Recyclability assessment methodology published for 1st Jan

From 1 January 2025, liable producers who supply household packaging must assess the recyclability of that packaging and report the results of the assessment to the environmental regulator. Different kinds of packaging receive different ratings - red, amber or green. This rating affects the disposal fee that will be charged for that packaging. This is sometimes called ‘fee modulation’.

 

The RAM will be reviewed and updated where appropriate once a year, in line with reporting periods for EPR for packaging. This is to allow for innovation, evolving market conditions and regulatory changes.