EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation: How can healthcare prepare?
In last week’s blog, we outlined the key PPWR requirements and deadlines facing the healthcare industry—highlighting specific challenges for this highly regulated area. Today, we provide some actionable recommendations to start your PPWR compliance journey and prepare for the future.
Conduct a comprehensive audit:
Verify exemptions carefully:
Move towards PFAS free:
Redesign for minimisation:
Prepare for EPR fees:
Evaluate the use of designed for recycling materials:
Remember transport and logistics packaging:
Focus on quick wins:
Engage with suppliers:
As the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation takes shape, it’s clear we are still only at the beginning of an evolving journey—one that poses significant challenges to the healthcare industry. Yet, even in this risk adverse and traditionally slow to change environment, opportunities can present themselves. Forward thinking, early movers can embrace sustainable practices as a competitive advantage, driving innovation and building trust. Ultimately, this shift isn’t just about adhering to regulations; its about fulfilling our promise of packaging that is Designed to protect, the planet, patients and the future of healthcare for generations to come.
