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Plastic Waste Management Certification
Plastic as a material is not an issue, the issue is how to manage the waste of plastic. As per various surveys conducted, India generates 26000 tones of plastic waste every day from urban areas. Plastic waste has negative impact on the environment, especially on marine life, which comes from land based activities. Plastic is a unique material and its application ranges widely, from packaging of food items to medical and engineering equipment. The Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, 2016 clearly state that Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) should monitor that nobody can use less than 50 micron thick plastic bags and not allow usage of recycled plastics for packing of food items including beverages. The Rules also require that local bodies should provide separate collection, storage, and processing of plastic waste in their areas.
Benefits of Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Authorization
Ensures your business is 100% aligned with PWM Rules, shielding you from penalties, notices, and operational restrictions.
2. Enhanced Business Reputation & Customer Confidence
Companies with PWM authorization are viewed as responsible and credible—improving acceptance by corporates, brands, and government bodies.
3. Eligibility for Tenders & Big Client Onboarding
Many industries now mandate PWM compliance. The certificate helps you qualify for supply contracts and large-scale procurement projects.
4. Structured Waste Handling & Resource Optimization
Implementation of approved waste management practices reduces inefficiencies, unmanaged storage, and handling issues.
5. Sustainability Branding & ESG Compliance
Strongly supports environmental commitments, boosts CSR performance, and adds value to sustainability disclosures or annual reports.
6. Smooth Regulatory Audits & Documentation Readiness
Well-maintained compliance records simplify inspections and future renewals.
Process Flow
Understanding product details, plastic categories, and operational processes.
2. Preparation of Application Dossier
Drafting and compiling all technical documents as per PWM guidelines.
3. Submission to SPCB/CPCB Portal
Filing the application through the respective state or central compliance system.
4. Technical Scrutiny by Authorities
Board officers examine waste data, EPR plans, and compliance readiness.
5. Response to Queries/Clarifications
Any objections are handled with revised submissions or technical notes.
6. Certificate Issuance
After approval, the official PWM Authorization is granted.
Documents required for PWM Authorization
- Company registration documents (CIN, PAN, GST)
- Authorized Signatory details & Board Resolution
- Product list with composition and packaging details
- Annual production / import / sales data
- Plastic raw material consumption details
- Process flow or manufacturing description
- Waste Management Plan (Collection, segregation, storage)
- EPR Action Plan & recycling tie-up details
- Utility bills / site photos / GIS location
What you get?
A well-organized set of all submitted forms, declarations, process details, and supporting records—ready for audits, inspections, and future renewals.
2. Approved EPR Implementation Plan
A structured, authority-aligned plan outlining waste collection, recycling responsibilities, yearly targets, and recycler engagement strategy.
3. Technical Reports & Process Flow Documentation
Professionally drafted flow diagrams, waste handling methods, and operational descriptions as required by regulatory authorities.
4. Recycling & Tie-Up Evidence Pack
Valid agreements, recycler certifications, and recovery commitments compiled to demonstrate compliance with recycling obligations.
5. Guidance on Portal Filings & Annual Returns
Step-by-step support for meeting statutory reporting timelines and maintaining year-round compliance.
6. Regulatory Compliance Roadmap
A customized advisory note detailing future obligations, target timelines, renewal dates, and best practices for smooth operations.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Plastic as a material is not an issue, the issue is how to manage the waste of plastic. As per various surveys conducted, India generates 26000 tonnes of plastic waste every day from urban areas. Plastic waste has negative impact on the environment, especially on marine life, which comes from land based activities. Plastic is a unique material and its application ranges widely, from packaging of food items to medical and engineering equipment. The Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, 2016 clearly state that Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) should monitor that nobody can use less than 50 microns thick plastic bags and not allow usage of recycled plastics for packing of food items including beverages. The Rules also require that local bodies should provide separate collection, storage, and processing of plastic waste in their areas.
The Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, 2016 make an arrangement to reduce the negative impact on the environment-related to plastic waste, in today’s era plastic is a wonder material and its use is almost impossible to ban. Under the PWM rules, authorities like Urban Local Bodies and Panchayats should provide separate collection, storage, and processing of plastic waste in their areas.
- Monitor and facilitate to use of more than 50 micron plastic carry bag
- Plastic has reached in rural area and therefore it expands jurisdiction of applicability from the municipal area to rural areas
- To set responsibilities to producer and generator of plastic waste to take back waste from the market in respect of their target as Extended producer responsibility (EPR)
- To create awareness in the civil societies to minimize the use of plastic
- To promote use of plastic waste for road construction as per Indian Road Congress guidelines or energy recovery, or waste to oil etc.
- Polyethylene Terephthalate (PETE)
- High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC - U)
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Polystyrene or Styrofoam (PS)
- Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
- Others
- Producers or Brand Owners of plastic products
- Units Engaged in Processing or Recycling of Plastic Waste
- Manufacturers of Plastic Raw Materials
- Pan card and Aadhar Card of Authorized person
- Authorization Letter (except Proprietorship)
- Layout Plan/ Naksha
- Consent to Operate (CTO) from State Pollution Control Authority
- Agreement with Authorized Recycler
- Rent Agreement/Proof of Location
The applicant is required to submit the above stated documents, along with the application, in a prescribed format, to the State Pollution Control Board. The concerned officer may inspect the premises where the plastic materials are being used and may issue some clarifications. Once the clarifications issued by the Inspecting Authority are suitably submitted, the Plastic waste Management Authorization certificate is issued.
The Government fee for Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Authorization certificate may range from NIL to up to Rs.10,000 depending on the State Pollution Control Board. If an agency is hired for the same, it may charge you some fee. Metacorp charges Rs.10,000 as consulting fee for end to end delivery of Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Authorization certificate.
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