PANEL: The new EPR era – what you need to know for the year ahead

Extended Producer Responsibility is moving from a looming concept to a legislative reality in 2026, and the countdown has officially begun. This panel breaks down exactly what retailers need to understand for the year ahead: reporting obligations, cost implications, data requirements and the operational changes EPR will demand. We’ll explore what to prepare, and how, to avoid last-minute panic, mitigate risk, and ensure you don’t get caught out when EPR goes live.