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1990 - The Start of EPR

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

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

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European Union adopts the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive.

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

tatumandreetta — 2025-09-17 22:24:40 UTC

EU adopts the Battery Directive, extending EPR to batteries.

tatumandreetta — 2025-09-17 22:24:54 UTC

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

tatumandreetta — 2025-09-17 22:25:11 UTC

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

tatumandreetta — 2025-09-17 22:39:57 UTC

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

tatumandreetta — 2025-09-17 22:40:07 UTC

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

tatumandreetta — 2025-09-17 22:40:51 UTC

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