Inside EPR
Quarterly Policy Insight
Q1 2026 Webinar
California’s Rollout
& How to Prepare for 2026
Tuesday, February 17 at 1:00 pm EST
Duration: 45 mins + Q&A
There’s no doubt that 2026 will be the year packaging EPR finds its footing. With laws in seven states and more, considering it, it’s critical that brands understand not only the big picture, but some of the important details.
In this webinar, we’ll ground ourselves in the upcoming dates and deadlines. Then we’ll dive into what’s going on in California, the ever-evolving behemoth that will set the tone for EPR roll-out in 2026. Leave the webinar knowing how to use the limited information we have now to make decisions about which packaging materials to invest in changing.
What You'll Learn:
- Update on California’s regulatory process and why it matters
- Explanation of “exemptions” vs. “exclusions” in California
- Key dates and deadlines you should know
- Differences between statutes, regulations, program plans, and more
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Perfect for packaging professionals, sustainability leaders, legal & compliance teams, and anyone managing product stewardship.
WEBINAR Speakers
CAROLINE DELOACH
Director of Sustainability at Atlantic Packaging & A New Earth Project | carolined@atlanticpkg.com
Caroline leads sustainability strategy at Atlantic Packaging, advising Fortune 1000 companies on circular design, life cycle impacts, and policy strategy. With a background in industrial ecology, business, and government, she brings an interdisciplinary lens to packaging challenges.
Caroline holds degrees from Georgetown and Yale, where her award-winning research focused on packaging life cycle assessments. Based in Charlotte, she advances the circular economy and mentors emerging sustainability leaders.
GABIE GIERS
Sustainability Analyst at Atlantic Packaging | gabriellag@atlanticpkg.com
Gabie is a sustainability professional focused on advancing circular packaging solutions. Gabie joined Atlantic Packaging as a Sustainability Analyst in 2024 with a background in corporate sustainability and environmental justice. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Furman University in Sustainability Science.
LYN TALLY
Sustainability Educator & Advocate at A New Earth Project | lyn@anewearthproject.com
Lyn helps businesses communicate their packaging sustainability journey once they’ve made the transition. She works with them to craft stories that articulate the journey behind their switch—translating complex circular systems and compliance decisions into authentic messaging that resonates with their customers and stakeholders.
INTRO TO EPR A Review of the Basics
Before you dive into our quarterly Inside EPR webinars, it’s helpful to have a baseline understanding of packaging Extended Producer Responsibility. Please note that this was recorded in September 2024 and reflects the EPR landscape as of that time. See below for a link to our updated Deep Dive.
Get a deep dive into EPR now that implementation is underway. Learn more in Atlantic’s Deep Dive here (updated May 2025).
INSIDE EPR Previous Recordings
EPR AS A NEW REALITY
