Recyclekaro has set up an account on the government’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) website in order to recycle electronic debris.
The company furthers its commitment to sustainable e-waste management by becoming one of the four registered recyclers of lithium-ion batteries, alongside Lohum Cleantech, Attero, and LICO Materials.
Recyclekaro will assist Indian producers, importers, and makers of lithium-ion batteries and electronics products in meeting their EPR obligations based on its current recycling capability. Ensuring comprehensive support for sustainability goals, these aims include 4,200 MT for recycling lithium-ion batteries and 15,000 MT for recycling e-waste.
India is the third-largest e-waste producer globally, generating 1.71 million metric tons annually, with only approximately 40% of e-waste recycled in the last financial year. To address this challenge, the EPR portal, an initiative by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), provides a transparent and accountable framework for electronic waste management in India.
It centralises the tracking of e-waste from production to disposal, connecting manufacturers with registered recyclers like Recyclekaro and streamlining collection and recycling processes. The system offers financial incentives through EPR credits, making recycling economically viable and supporting companies in meeting sustainability targets. Additionally, the platform ensures regulatory compliance, improves data collection and reporting, and encourages innovation in recycling technologies, fostering a more sustainable approach to e-waste management in India.
The Battery Waste Management (BWM) Rules, 2022, notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, apply to all types of batteries. These rules mandate that producers (manufacturers, importers) meet collection and recycling targets to fulfil Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations. Producers, recyclers, and refurbishers must register through the online portal developed by the CPCB, which enhances accountability, traceability, and transparency in meeting EPR obligations.
Rajesh Gupta, Founder and Director of Recyclekaro, commented, “Registering on the government’s EPR portal not only allows us to connect directly with manufacturers, fulfilling their waste management responsibilities, but also significantly enhances our business opportunities.This registration strengthens our position in the industry and supports our mission to promote sustainable and responsible recycling practices.”
Recyclekaro has established a strong presence in the Indian recycling industry, achieving 90% metal extraction efficiency with purity levels exceeding 99% from scrap batteries, the company claims in a press release. The company plans to double its recycling capacity by the second quarter of FY 2024-25.