The Roadmap for Waste Reduction by Producers (PermenLHK 75/2019)  is an instrument that encourages producers as key actors in the upstream segment of the value chain of a product/packaging to expand the responsibilities for their products from the design stage down to the waste management of post-consumer products/packaging. However, an effective implementation can only be achieved if all parties involved have the same understanding on aspects related to the waste reduction concept, which include: recycling rate and its measurement, minimum content of recycled materials in product packaging, and product packaging labels. This document seeks to provide input that can be used for formulating criteria for the above mentioned aspects in Indonesia, and subsequently mainstreamed into the derived guidelines of PermenLHK 75/2019.

To respond to the risk of plastic pollution, a number of regions in Indonesia have issued policies prohibiting the use of single-use plastics, including plastic shopping bags. This negative stigma and prohibition policy then resulted in disruption of the plastic value chain. This document seeks to map the actors involved in the value chain of plastic bags, especially at the stage of managing the end-of-life of plastic bags. The results of this mapping are expected to provide strategic direction to encourage the collaboration between actors towards a circular economy for plastic bags.

To support the implementation of the Roadmap for Waste Reduction by Producers (PermenLHK 75/2019) and foster the creation of an enabling environment for the development of a mandatory EPR system for packaging, a gap analysis has been conducted on existing policies related to packaging and waste management in Indonesia, which in turn could drive circular economy in the country. Analysis was also done to other key institutional aspects for EPR development.

The two key elements in an EPR system are the register and the Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO), also called system operator. The development of both elements in an EPR system should not be separated. Considering this relation, this particular technical document seeks to provide recommendations on the suitable model of a system operator for the Indonesian EPR system. It closely relates to the additional technical document focusing on setting up a company register in Indonesia.

In an EPR system, the identification and monitoring of EPR-obliged companies and the setup of a system operator (e.g. a Producer Responsibility Organisation, PRO) are very important. Accordingly, one of the main elements, whose development requires special attention, is the register. A registry will help listing and documenting the obliged companies and also third parties that will be involved in the system and ensure their compliance with their obligations under the EPR scheme.

Therefore, to create a solid footing for Indonesia's EPR system, this document provides recommendations for register models that are appropriate for Indonesia’s context and feasible to be applied.

The study conducted policy and technical analysis on the elimination of sachets and how possible new business models (bulk stores and refill stations) could offer a long-term solution for producers to reduce waste from post-consumption sachets. The report analyses the potential implications of the elimination of sachets and the emergence of these new business models to replace sachets. It also provides recommendations on the necessary policies for the improvement of bulk and refill stores and encourages manufacturers to participate in these new business models.

Regulation No. 75/2019 of the Ministry for Environment & Forestry regarding the Roadmap on Waste Reduction by Producers in Indonesia provides relevant policy instruments for EPR implementation in Indonesia. This policy paper describes what possible interventions can be done to advance the implementation of the Roadmap until 2029, and what can be done beyond 2030 to set up an EPR for packaging system. The analysis conducted for this paper is based on result from desk studies and consultancy reports composed by formal and informal discussions with producers (i.e. manufacturers, brand owners) as well as waste management actors, civil society and academia in Indonesia. As a result, several aspects were identified that offer room for improvement to increase private sector participation and refine the EPR design in Indonesia now and beyond 2030. 

Based on examples from Asia and Europe, this guide provides orientation and practical examples for businesses and policymakers about how reusable packaging can celebrate its come-back and contribute to cost savings, waste prevention and healthier air, soil, water, and marine environments. Part 1 offers insights into business models and practices while Part 2 summarises public policies and includes a list of recommendations as well as policy examples from different countries in Asia and Europe. Relevant actors from business and public sectors can now promote reusable packaging using this guideline that has been translated into Bahasa Indonesia.

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The guideline summarises steps to reduce single-use plastics in food delivery and takeaway for restaurants and cafés.