What is the directive that mandates suppliers to take back equipment at the end of its economic life?

The directive that mandates suppliers to take back equipment at the end of its economic life is indeed the Waste Electrical and Electronic Agreement. This agreement focuses specifically on the growing concern of electronic waste, ensuring that those who produce electronic and electrical appliances have a responsibility to manage their disposal properly once the equipment is no longer in use.

This directive aims to reduce the environmental impact of waste generated by electronic devices and promotes the collection, recycling, and recovery of such equipment. It thus encourages manufacturers and suppliers to implement systems that allow for the return and proper processing of obsolete electronic products, aligning with broader goals of sustainability and environmental stewardship.

The other options, while related to waste management and environmental protection, do not specifically address the take-back requirements for electrical and electronic equipment. For example, the Waste Management Act generally covers broader aspects of waste management without the specific focus on electronic items, the Environmental Protection Directive encompasses various environmental issues but lacks the targeted take-back requirements, and the Recycling Compliance Program usually addresses broader recycling compliance rather than specific mandates for supplier take-back obligations.