NWPSC May 2024 Additional News

Additional EPR news that you can use: EPR in B.C. & EV Battery Management Study 

Virtual Event on June 14 - EPR in British Columbia: A Timeline of Success and Challenge | Past - Present - Future
The Coast Waste Management Association (CWMA) in British Columbia is hosting a virtual event on June 14, where you can learn about the more than 50 years of BC’s Success and Challenges with Extended Producer Responsibility. More information and registration: https://cwma.ca/event/epr-in-british-columbia-a-timeline-of-success-and-challenge-special-event/ 

The event costs $35 (Canadian + GST), but NWPSC Associate Members are welcome to register at the CWMA Member Rate of $27 (Canadian + GST).

 

Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Management Study
WA State Dept. of Ecology submitted the final report of the Electric Vehicle (EV) Battery Management Study to the State Legislature in May 2024. The report addresses critical questions related to end-of-life pathways for EV batteries, volume projections, relevant regulations, economic implications, and considerations pertaining to battery chemistry. Research included a combination of literature reviews, case studies, and stakeholder engagement efforts, including interviews, webinars, and an on-line survey.

Stakeholders identified the following priorities for further action:

1. Provide training, education, and resources to first responders, second responders, and automotive recyclers.
2. Determine who should have financial responsibility and liability for EV batteries.
3. Form a Washington State EV Battery Management Task Force with a broad set of stakeholders to address mid- and long-term policy needs.
   

Read full report here. 

 

WA Battery Stewardship Rulemaking has started!
WA State Dept. of Ecology has started rulemaking on the Battery Stewardship Program. This rule will guide implementation of Chapter 70A.555 RCW Batteries—Environmental Stewardship. The new law creates an EPR program that will increase opportunity for people to recycle unwanted batteries. The next Battery Stewardship Rulemaking Advisory Committee meeting on June 24, 2024 at 11:00 AM Pacific Time. Register here: https://waecy-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqduCrqD4tGtdul_BRDwcmWlN2fPjTCMDB?#/registration

You can see the first meeting agenda, presentation, and meeting summary of the first rulemaking meeting that was held on May 6, 2024 here.

The Battery Stewardship Rulemaking Advisory Committee will hold public meetings on each of the following dates:

• June 24, 2024, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• July 22, 2024, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• September 23, 2024, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• October 21, 2024, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
• November 18, 2024, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

 

EVENTS & WEBINARS

• PSI & PaintCare Webinar – U.S. Paint EPR: Insights from a Decade of PaintCare Programs: June 18, at 9 – 10:30 am PT. Register here https://productstewardship.us/events/u-s-paint-epr-insights-from-a-decade-of-paintcare-programs/
• Dept. of Ecology and PaintCare are hosting a virtual meeting on June 27 to share results from the program in WA that is now in its fourth year of implementation. Washington Paint Stewardship Program 2023 Annual Report has recently been published. There will be opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback: June 27, from 10:30 am to 11:30 am PT. Register here: https://waecy-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUocemrrj0oGtEVJ30E7hTfpJGgn85hzdCU#/registration

 

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