We live in an era where “more” has been marketed as better.
More convenience.
More upgrades.
More trends.
More next-day delivery.
Overconsumption culture tells us that buying more means living better. It has led to short product lifespans, increased waste, resource depletion and increasing pollution. It equates identity with ownership and success with accumulation. But the numbers tell a sobering story.
We are living in a system that tells us over and over:
You are what you buy.
You are what you wear.
You are what you upgrade.
Whether it is a new phone, a new wardrobe, or a new aesthetic, every trend cycle or limited release reinforces the same message: more equals better.
But the environmental cost tells a different story.
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for plastic waste is gaining momentum around the world as governments and businesses try to address the growing plastic pollution problem. At its core, EPR is about accountability. We’re asking companies to take responsibility for what happens to their plastic packaging after it’s been used.
If your company sells or imports products into the Philippines, you may already fall under the EPR Law Philippines, also known as Republic Act No. 11898 or the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act of 2022.1 This law places the responsibility for plastic packaging waste on companies that manufacture, import, or sell packaged goods in the country.
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Have you ever wondered where all your plastic packaging goes? The fabric conditioner you used last week, the bottled water you thoughtlessly threw in the garbage, or the countless shampoo sachets you have used in the past month – do you know where all of these go?