From Start to Success: The Refill & Reuse Systems Handbook - 5-Part Primer - Plastic Reboot

The Refill & Reuse Systems Handbook was developed through a collaborative process bringing together global expertise and local insights. This work was led by Perpetual, in close partnership with WWF, as part of the Plastic Reboot Programme.

At the core of the Handbook is the 5-Part Primer, which introduces the foundational concepts, system components, and enabling conditions needed to design effective refill and reuse systems:

• Part 1: Why Refill & Reuse Systems – Frames the opportunity and core principles for reuse and refill

• Part 2: How Reuse & Refill Work – Explains system models, components, and operational dynamics

• Part 3: The Reuse & Refill Landscape – Maps the ecosystem of actors and initiatives across the globe

• Part 4: Design Criteria & Considerations – Outlines key design decisions

• Part 5: Enabling Conditions – Highlights the policy, infrastructure, and market conditions needed to create effective solutions

Together with the accompanying Step-by-Step Guide, the Handbook provides a practical pathway for teams to move from early exploration to real-world implementation.