Glossary

EPR for Textiles makes clothing companies responsible for recycling and reusing old clothes, reducing waste and pollution, while promoting sustainable fashion and a circular economy.

Awareness Raising Measures under the SUPD educate people on plastic waste harm, encouraging reusable choices to reduce single-use plastics, protect nature, and support recycling for a cleaner planet.

Litter cleanup costs strain local budgets, often focusing on removal over prevention. Investing in education and enforcement can reduce litter, lowering expenses and boosting community health and sustainability.

EPR for Packaging makes companies responsible for their packaging waste, encouraging better design, recycling, and less pollution, helping protect the environment and support a circular economy.

Consumption Reduction Measures under SUPD cut single-use plastics by banning items, promoting reusables, improving product design, raising awareness, and boosting recycling to protect nature and save resources.

Oxo-degradable plastics break into microplastics, harming the environment. The EU banned them in 2021 to reduce pollution and promote sustainable alternatives globally.

Marking requirements under the SUPD mean clear labels on single-use plastics showing material type and disposal info. This helps recycling, reduces pollution, and encourages greener choices.

The EU banned plastic balloon sticks to cut plastic waste and protect wildlife. Using eco-friendly or reusable alternatives helps reduce pollution and supports a cleaner, sustainable environment.

The EU bans certain balloon plastics and requires producers to manage waste via Extended Producer Responsibility, promoting sustainable alternatives and reducing harm to wildlife and the environment.