Consumer Brands

Insights from Obligated Producers: Consumer Brands, Retailers, Restaurants Designing, Using, and Innovating Packaging at Scale.

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Submissions

Consumer Brand Submissions

What major obligated producers are saying about EPR in the Guide's standard, easy to digest format

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EPR Leadership Forum (ELF)

Representing circular economy leaders across the packaging value chain—advancing effective, collaborative EPR policy
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Yum! Brands

One of the largest restaurant groups in the world
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Western Growers Association

Representing family farmers growing fruits, vegetables & tree nuts in AZ, CA, CO & NM—advocating for agriculture.
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American Beverage

Representing America's Beverage Companies
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Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS)

Representing America's distilled spirits makers
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Public Facing Statements & Resources

Long-form, public-facing research, technical papers, and position papers from brands

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ELF’s Unpacking Successful Packaging EPR Policy Paper

Unpacking Successful Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Policy for Packaging in the U.S
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ELF’s 10 Core Principles

These principles outline how a recycling system can improve environmental outcomes while staying efficient, transparent, and financially sustainable.
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WGA's Roadmap to Sustainable Fresh Produce Packaging

Aligning Functionality, Policy, and Market Demands
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Anonymized

Insights from Consumer Brand Stakeholders

Anonymous submissions from brands provide candid, practical perspectives on circular policy.

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Anonymous submissions from brands provide candid, practical perspectives on circular policy.
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