In this special bonus episode of The Sustainable Angler, host Rick Crawford is joined by James Pollack, attorney at Marten Law, to unpack the rapidly evolving world of sustainability regulations. From PFAS restrictions and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws to SEC and California's climate-related disclosures and the crackdown on green marketing claims, this episode offers a high-level overview of the regulatory forces reshaping business.
Whether you're a brand selling into retail, a sustainability professional, or simply trying to keep up with the shifting legal landscape, this episode is your go-to guide for what’s happening now—and what’s coming next.
Tune in to learn:
- Why PFAS is becoming the new plastic—and what bans mean for your products
- How EPR laws are pushing brands to take ownership of packaging and waste
- What California's climate disclosure rules mean for companies of all sizes
- How to avoid the legal risks of greenwashing
Stay ahead of the curve. Stay compliant. And most importantly—stay sustainable.
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