Businesses petition government over new waste management levy

The proposed EPR levy will affect products packaged in nylon, including diapers, detergents, fabric softeners and sanitary towels [FIle. Standard]

Several business associations have petitioned the government over a new levy targeting waste management from their operations.

The groups argue that the levy, introduced under the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producer Responsibility) Regulations, 2024, will drive up consumer prices due to the high cost of compliance.