At Pack Expo International, industry leaders discussed the growing importance of extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging, emphasizing its role in reducing scope 3 emissions linked to climate change. Michael Okoroafor from McCormick & Co. highlighted the necessity of decarbonizing packaging, while Neil Menezes from General Mills underscored the need for accurate data to comply with EPR regulations. Clorox’s Kristin Speck and others urged companies to invest in data professionals and systems to navigate evolving EPR laws and improve the recycling value chain, as legislative efforts continue to expand in the U.S.