Take Back Schemes: A Practical Guide for Implementing Effective Consumer Recycling Programs

Ellen Struthers

Principal Consultant

Implementing effective take back schemes is rapidly becoming a strategic priority for organizations seeking to meet sustainability goals, comply with regulatory requirements, and enhance brand trust. This guide from Anthesis is designed to help businesses launch new consumer-facing take back schemes or improve existing ones, with a focus on operational best practices and environmental impact.

Read the take back schemes guide to discover:

• What: What are take back schemes, and how do they work?
• Why: Why leading companies are adopting take back schemes to meet regulatory, environmental, and consumer expectations.
• How: Key challenges and proven principles for successfully implementing a take back scheme in your organization.

Whether you’re in retail, healthcare, food packaging, or electronics, this guide offers insights that apply across a variety of sectors — especially where traditional recycling is limited or ineffective.