EPR Credits in the Plastic Recycling Industry
Use plastic credit units under EPR to finance circular plastic systems, support recycling infrastructure and meet PWM 2022 targets through transparent trading.
10+ Years of Experience
400+ In-House CAs, CS & Lawyers
99% SLA Delivery
10,000+ Pin codes Network in India
100000+
Happy Customers
3500+
Expert Advisors
50+
Branch Offices
Free Consultation by Expert
Rated 4.9 by 42,817+ Customers
Talk to an Expert
Get personalized guidance from our industry specialists
Enquiry Form
Among Asia Top 100 Consulting Firm
Get Consultation
Lowest Fees 100,000+ Clients
Service Delivery
4.9 Rating | 50+ Offices
What Is a Plastic Credit?
A plastic credit represents a unit of plastic collected or recycled beyond business as usual. It allows producers to comply with EPR by purchasing credits instead of handling waste directly.
Role of Plastic Exchange
Plastic Exchange bridges PIBOs and compliant recyclers, enabling transparent trading of Plastic Credit Units to meet PWM 2022 obligations.
Benefits of Plastic Credits
● Incentivizes Recycling: Drives investment in recycling facilities. ● Environmental Impact: Reduces plastic leakage and microplastics. ● Innovation: Funds development of recyclable products. ● Stakeholder Engagement: Unites communities, collectors and brands. ● Infrastructure Funding: Supports new sorting and recovery centers. ● Economic Inclusion: Integrates informal collectors into formal markets.
1. Compliance Under PWM 2022
● EPR action plan and registration on the CPCB portal
● Proof of recycled volumes for credit issuance
● Independent audit and certification of credits
● Documentation of collection routes and volumes
● Third‑party validation reports
Implementing Plastic Credit Schemes
1. Define voluntary or compulsory scheme parameters.
2. Issue and validate credits via third‑party auditors.
3. Record credits on CPCB portal—enable trade and retirement.
4. Monitor credit balance and retire credits against targets.
5. Publish annual impact and audit reports.
Listicles
Goals of Plastic Credit Scheme
- Increase recovery of specific packaging types
- Fund infrastructure in low‑income regions
- Reduce plastic leakages into the environment
- Mobilize global co‑finance for local waste management
Key Challenges
- Greenwashing risks with unregulated schemes
- Need for integration with comprehensive waste systems
- Balancing waste prevention and credit incentives
CPCB Portal Features
- Credit issuance tracking
- Online trading between PIBOs and recyclers
- Real‑time compliance dashboards
- Automated retirement against targets
Why Choose Plastic Exchange?
We provide a transparent marketplace for compliant plastic credits.
Verified credit issuance
Direct access to recyclers
Full traceability on CPCB portal
Support for EPR export and import obligations
Competitive pricing via bulk credit purchase