If you’re a CPG food or beverage manufacturer, you’re likely affected by Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)—a regulation requiring businesses to take greater accountability for the environmental impact of their packaging. But how do you ensure compliance? What data do you need to collect, and where can you find the tools to make this process easier?
We’ve pulled together the essential links to government guidance, industry-specific resources, regulatory information, and practical tools so you can get the answers you need.
Government guidance
- Extended producer responsibility for packaging: Who is affected and what to do
Wondering if EPR applies to you? This guide explains who’s affected and how to comply. - How to collect your packaging data for extended producer responsibility
Need help collecting data? This step-by-step guide covers what’s required. - Packaging data: what to collect for extended producer responsibility
Unsure what packaging data to collect? This resource outlines everything you need to know.
Industry Resources
- Food and Drink Federation EPR Guidance
If you’re in the food and drink industry, this resource offers tailored advice and support. - On-Pack Recycling Label (OPRL) Resources
Confused about labelling requirements? Find clear guidance on OPRL compliance here.
Regulatory Bodies
- Environment Agency EPR Permit Reviews for Food, Drink and Milk Industries
Questions about environmental permits? This link connects you to the latest updates. - Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) Guidance
Need help understanding labelling rules?
Tools and Calculators
- EPR Data Reporting Tool
Ready to report your data? This is the official tool for submitting packaging data. - Nation Data Reporting Guidance
Unsure about reporting by region? This guidance explains how to report data across UK nations.
Additional Support
- DEFRA EPR Webinars and Presentations
Looking for educational resources? - EPR Scheme Administrator Contact Information
Need to speak to someone? Contact the scheme administrator directly. - Food and Drink Federation Climate Change Ready Adaptation Guidance
Want to go beyond EPR? This resource supports broader environmental compliance.