About the Resources
A curated directory of the agencies, program administrator, non-profits, law firms, and trade press whose documents and reporting EPR Atlas draws on. Entries are chosen for accuracy and usefulness to packaging producers.
The PRO for packaging and paper in six of the seven enacted states; Maine uses a Stewardship Organization and none has been selected. Colorado also has Interchange 360 for automotive lubricant packaging. Producer portal, program plans, registration, and the Oregon producer registry.
Program Administrator
California's EPR oversight agency. SB 54 rulemaking, the PEPRS producer portal, and Advisory Board materials.
State Agency
Administers Oregon's Recycling Modernization Act, the first program with live fees under an approved plan. Fee schedules, the acceptance list, and enforcement.
State Agency
Oversees Colorado's program. The eco-modulation schedule (6 CCR 1007-2) and the Minimum Recyclable List.
State Agency
Oversees the first U.S. packaging EPR law. Stewardship Organization selection (RFP drew no bids, Aug 2026) and program rulemaking.
State Agency
Membership organization. A public EPR policy guide and a bill comparison tool, plus member-only analysis.
Non-Profit
Advances producer responsibility policy nationwide. An EPR laws map and technical assistance for states.
Non-Profit
Funds recycling-system improvements. An EPR policy toolkit and data on system performance.
Non-Profit
Packaging industry trade association. Policy positions and member guidance on EPR design.
Industry Group
Circular-economy research and policy frameworks, including EPR program design.
Research
A standardized on-package recycling label from GreenBlue's Sustainable Packaging Coalition; guides how packaging recyclability is communicated to consumers and is referenced in design and eco-modulation.
Labeling Program
Daily packaging-industry news, including EPR coverage.
Publication
Waste and recycling policy news; tracks EPR implementation and litigation state by state.
Publication
Recycling-industry trade publication that covers EPR.
Publication
Marissa Heffernan (formerly Resource Recycling) on North American and global recycling policy. Weekly bill tracking, litigation roundups, and regulatory analysis; free tier plus paid.
Publication