First Oregon EPR Report Shows Early Implementation of Producer-Funded Recycling System

Circular Action Alliance (CAA) Oregon released its first annual report on the state’s paper and packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program, highlighting how producer-funded investments are beginning to roll out across the recycling system. New collection sites, equipment and support for local recycling programs are expanding across Oregon under the state’s EPR law. Launched on July 1, 2025, the program was established under Oregon’s Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act (RMA). Under the law, CAA designs and implements the DEQ-approved program plan to meet statutory requirements, with producers funding program costs and DEQ providing regulatory oversight. In the program’s first six months, producer-funded investments began rolling out statewide, including expanded access to recycling services, new infrastructure and funding to support local governments and service providers.

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