Live Webinar
California Source Reduction: Building a Defensible Source Reduction Plan
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July 7, 2026
California's source reduction requirements represent one of the most significant packaging compliance obligations introduced under SB 54.Affected producers are required to reduce covered plastic packaging by 25% from a 2023 baseline by 2032, with interim milestones and compliance obligations along the way. To support these reductions, producers must develop Individual Source Reduction (ISR) Plans that outline how they intend to meet California's packaging reduction requirements. Organizations that fail to meet their obligations may face enforcement actions and financial penalties, making proactive planning an important component of California packaging compliance.As producers move from understanding the regulations to implementing them, new questions continue to emerge around packaging data, baseline assumptions, reduction strategies, documentation requirements, and compliance expectations. In addition, CAA guidance and clarifications continue to evolve as California's source reduction framework is implemented.In this webinar, PCX Markets discusses the latest developments in California source reduction compliance and explores practical considerations for developing a credible and defensible source reduction plan.Topics Covered
- California's source reduction requirements under SB 54
- Who is required to submit an Individual Source Reduction (ISR) Plan
- The state's 25% packaging reduction requirement and associated compliance timelines
- Recent guidance, updates, and implementation considerations relevant to source reduction planning
- Packaging data, documentation, and baseline development
- Approaches for identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing source reduction opportunities
- Common questions and implementation challenges raised by producers
- Practical considerations for developing a credible and defensible source reduction plan
- How source reduction planning connects to broader packaging EPR compliance efforts
- Live Q&A addressing producer questions and compliance concerns
Who Should Watch
This webinar is designed for:
- Sustainability and ESG leaders
- Packaging engineers and packaging teams
- Regulatory affairs professionals
- Legal and compliance teams
- Operations and supply chain leaders
- Brand owners, manufacturers, distributors, and importers subject to California packaging regulations
Whether you are developing your first source reduction plan, refining an existing approach, or seeking clarity on evolving guidance, this session provides practical insights to help your organization navigate California's source reduction requirements with confidence.Watch the recording to learn how producers are approaching source reduction planning, responding to evolving CAA guidance, and preparing for one of the most ambitious packaging reduction requirements in North America.

