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First formal definition of EPR introduced by Thomas Lindhqvist in Sweden.

https://www.edie.net/definition/extended-producer-responsibility-epr/

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Germany passes the Packaging Ordinance, one of the first national EPR laws (created the “Green Dot” system).

https://www.gruener-punkt.de/en/politics-and-society/consumer-information

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European Union adopts the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive.

https://www.ropesgray.com/en/insights/viewpoints/102k0ht/new-eu-packaging-and-packaging-waste-regulation-enters-into-force-an-in-depth-l

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1997 - Patagonia launches recycled fleece

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1997 - Patagonia launches recycled fleece

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One of the first big fashion companies to use recycled plastic bottles in textiles. Set the tone for sustainable innovation in outdoor wear.

https://www.patagonia.com/our-footprint/corporate-social-responsibility-history.html

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EU passes the WEEE Directive (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), requiring producers to manage e-waste.

https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/waste-and-recycling/waste-electrical-and-electronic-equipment-weee_en

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EU adopts the Battery Directive, extending EPR to batteries.

https://www.epa.gov/electronics-batteries-management/extended-battery-producer-responsibility-epr-framework

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Many countries in Asia, Latin America, and North America adopt EPR systems.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/robkaplan/2024/11/19/how-epr-an-obscure-recycling-policy-went-from-radioactive-to-a-global-imperative/

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Tragedy that exposed unsafe working conditions in fast fashion and led to global transparency movements like the Fashion Revolution.

https://cleanclothes.org/campaigns/past/rana-plaza

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Over 30 major fashion brands signed a pact to reduce greenhouse gases and protect biodiversity. Sustainability became a mainstream global commitment.

https://www.thefashionpact.org/

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U.S. states (like Maine in 2021 and Oregon in 2022) pass the first packaging EPR laws.

https://www.ncsl.org/environment-and-natural-resources/extended-producer-responsibility