WE’RE HERE FOR YOU
Circular Energy is a DFFE-registered Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE), Lighting and Lighting Equipment, Batteries and Packaging.
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE
- Importers
- Local manufacturers
- Refurbishers
- Resellers
- E-commerce sellers
HOW TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY
Step 1: Register with the DFFE at SAWIC
Step 2: Register with a Producer Responsibility Organisation
Step 3: Pay the EPR fee determined in the EPR regulations
Step 4: Reap the rewards as part of your membership

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