C4: Take Responsibility for Company Products and Packaging – Above Green

(1 points)

INTENT

To demonstrate leadership by taking responsibility for products and packaging produced to ensure diversion of those from landfill, incineration (WTE), and the environment; to encourage overall waste reduction and reduce use of hard to recycle materials.

REQUIREMENTS

Physically take back all products and packaging produced and/or marketed under all company brands.

POTENTIAL STRATEGIES

Implement a take back program, permitting consumers to return products and packaging, particularly those that are difficult to reuse, recycle, or compost. Alternatively, companies can participate in local or national Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) systems.

SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTATION

Narrative describing when and how the organization takes responsibility for products and packaging.
Documentation supporting participation in EPR systems or creation of take back programs (agreements, program materials, web links).