
This paper is part of a short-paper series developed under the Technical Advisory on Strengthening EPR in Asia, with the objective of advancing the circular economy. Each paper focuses on a specific issue related to EPR and the circular economy—such as product design, cross-regional learnings, high-quality recycling, cost of EPR compliance, prioritization of sectors, collection channels, and the inclusion of the informal sector in EPR systems. The purpose of these papers is to provide policymakers and advocates with concise, actionable guidance that can serve as a starting point for more detailed analysis and in-depth exploration.