Inside EPR
Quarterly Policy Insight
Q4 2026 Webinar
Gaining Clarity on EPR Fees & Eco-modulation
Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 2:00 PM EST
45 mins + Q&A
On October 1, CAA released 2027 EPR fee schedules for Oregon, Colorado, and Washington, along with a near-final 2027 fee schedule for California. Simultaneously, we are gaining more clarity on what the eco-modulation programs will look like in the active EPR states. As we wrap up 2026, we’ll take a look at what the fees and eco-modulation programs can tell us so far as EPR implementation continues.
What You'll Learn:
- What the latest 2027 EPR fee schedules reveal about emerging costs across OR, CO, WA, and CA
- How eco-modulation is taking shape and what these programs could mean for packaging fees and design decisions
- What developing stories to pay attention to as 2026 ends and EPR implementation moves forward
Webinar Speakers
Caroline Deloach
Director of Sustainability | Atlantic Packaging & A New Earth Project
Gabie Giers
Sustainability Analyst
Atlantic Packaging
Summer Marsden
Sustainability Analyst
Atlantic Packaging
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 February 2026).
EPR State of the Union
A briefing on where EPR stands across the U.S. — what’s passed, what’s coming, what’s working, and what’s creating unintended consequences — and a conversation about what packaging professionals need to know right now.
INSIDE EPR Previous Recordings
EPR Lawsuits
We explain the legal challenges multiple EPR laws are facing and give you an honest assessment of what we know right now. We also cover some updates about California’s source reduction requirements and the compostable packaging outlook in the state.
Major Deadline
With a May 31 reporting deadline in multiple states just around the corner, brands are seeing the rubber hit the road on packaging EPR in the US. We look at California’s recently released fee estimates, their unique requirements for plastic source reduction, and provide updates on the lawsuits concerning SB 343.
CA’s Rollout 2026
As packaging EPR continues to gain momentum, with laws now passed in seven states and more under consideration, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year. This session will break down what you need to know now to prepare your organization for what’s ahead.
EPR as a New Reality
Extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws for packaging are no longer on the horizon — they’re here. If your team has moved beyond the basics and is now navigating real-world compliance, this webinar series is for you.