Los Angeles against cartridge waste

The city of Los Angeles is considering a drastic measure to address the problem of single-use printer cartridges. The goal is to ban the sale of ink and toner cartridges that cannot be properly recycled or that are not supported by a take-back program from the manufacturer.

Ordinance details

The new ordinance, currently under consideration by the City Council, aims to significantly reduce the amount of waste generated by these products. Printer cartridges, often designed to be thrown away once empty, represent a significant source of waste.

General context

This initiative is part of a broader context of policies aimed at promoting the circular economy and waste reduction. Many cities are exploring similar solutions to address the problem of single-use products, encouraging recycling and extended producer responsibility.