Extended producer responsibility: Stepping stone to Malaysia's circular economy

Incentives are needed to encourage more producers to invest in eco-friendly designs while legislation will help curb egregious waste of resources.

THE recent implementation of the mandatory extended producer responsibility (EPR) project is one of the major strategies highlighted in the Malaysian Plastics Conservation Framework 2021-2030 as part of the country's endeavour to find a solution to post-consumer wastes such as plastics.

In recognising the importance of effective waste management strategies, EPR emerges as a practical solution – encouraging producers to take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of their products.