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India stands tall with its remarkable plastic recycling achievements. With an impressive 13% average recycling rate, India has outperformed the global average of 9%, making a significant impact on environmental conservation. This achievement not only showcases our commitment to a greener future but also serves as an inspiration for others to follow suit.  #sustainabilitymatters #circulareconomy

🌍 Tackling the world’s most dangerous addiction, plastic, one place at a time. 🌱   Plastic pollution is one of the world’s most critical challenges, impacting our oceans, wildlife, and human health. This year's #EarthDay campaign demands a 60% reduction in plastic production by 2040. As India's oldest and largest landfill, Ghazipur in Delhi, went up in flames last night, significantly impacting the health of the local population, it is now more crucial than ever to draw attention to this global issue and emphasise the importance of working on solutions that involve all stakeholders, including the local population and informal waste workers who spend their days, and sometimes even nights, on the landfills.   In Nairobi, EIT Climate-KIC together with its local partner GrowthAfrica, is leading the change in fostering innovation clusters to transform waste management and prevention towards a #CircularEconomy. By supporting entrepreneurs to develop and scale innovative upstream solutions that address the root causes of waste, like plastic, and enhance the working conditions of informal waste workers and marginalised communities, we're making strides towards a beautiful, just, climate-resilient, and pollution-free future.   Read our article: https://lnkd.in/e6iSad_U   #PlasticPollution #Designoutwasteandpollution

Good read ! Embracing a comprehensive plastic waste policy is not just a necessity; it's an opportunity for India to lead the charge towards a sustainable future. By effectively managing plastic waste, we not only mitigate environmental degradation but also pave the way for a cleaner and healthier tomorrow.

🌍 The World Bank predicts a staggering 70% increase in global waste by 2050, fueled by urbanization and population growth. In India alone, we generate a whopping 62 million tonnes of waste annually, with only 30% treated and the rest ending up in landfills. With changing consumption patterns and rapid economic expansion, this waste is set to surge by 150% by 2030. 📈 Major contributors to this mounting waste include food waste, household refuse, and plastic waste. While landfilling remains a prevalent method of waste disposal globally due to its perceived cost-effectiveness, poor management practices, especially in developing nations like India, contribute significantly to environmental pollution. ♻️ Presently, India's recovery and recycling rate of waste paper stand at below 30%, a stark contrast to Western Europe's impressive 73% (with a global average of 57%). Additionally, India recycles a mere 8% of the 26,000 tonnes of plastic waste produced daily, with the reuse rate of recycled items falling below 5%. To combat this environmental crisis, we need better waste collection, recycling initiatives, and expertise in clean-up efforts from both the public and private sectors. It's time to take action for a cleaner, greener future. 💚 #WasteManagement #RecycleResponsibly #EnvironmentalProtection #CleanUpEfforts #SustainabilityInitiatives

The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on #plasticpollution (#INC) is now convening in #Ottawa from April 23-29, 2024 to further discuss an international and legally binding treaty for plastic #reduction and transition to #CircularEconomy.  Key discussion includes #JustTransitions (JT) which can help reduce #plastics while also eliminating #poverty for affected populations like #wastepickers in the process. A study by Chintan Environmental Research and Action Group found that 41-60 percent of wastepicker incomes depend on plastics. In India, although wastepickers manage upto 80 percent of plastic waste, they continue to live and work in poor conditions. So as plastics reduce, what can a just transition mean for them? 1- Wastepickers do not pick up low value plastics, and most of their earnings are from high value plastics. Banning low value, #SingleUsePlastics and creating a regulatory framework for high value,  #recyclable plastics (like #PET) until alternatives are found. India has already taken this step and other countries should follow the lead. 2- Wastepickers’ #livelihoods can be extended into fields like #reuse, #repair and #upcycling and focused trainings can be provided through existing schemes like NAMASTE scheme by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, GOI or the National Livelihood Mission; and 3- Incentivize the #composting of wet waste to ensure mixed wastes don't end up in the #landfills and creating alternative streams of incomes post plastics. #PlasticsTreaty #INC4 #BeatPlasticPollution UNDP MoEF&CC Break Free From Plastic Bharati Chaturvedi International Alliance of Waste Pickers

Plastic itself is not a villain but it's the way we use and even more concerning the way we dispose (or not). The problem is particularly more serious with India, who is now the third largest producer of plastic waste in the world. This article looks deeper into why a comprehensive plastic waste policy is imperative for India. #plastics #sustainability #earthday #EY

Lets talk about India today 🙌 You will be stunned to know that every year, around 390 million tonnes of plastic waste is generated in India. According to the statistics, the revenue of the “Waste collection, treatment and disposal activities; materials recovery" industry in India is projected to be approximately 3,5 billion U.S. Dollars by 2024. To know more, join our community and let’s give a helping hand to make India’s future bright and clear, with plastic recycling. Let’s together turn trash into treasure.♻️ 🔗 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dhrjiSjn 📈𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬:  • Understanding Plastic Credit Mechanisms.  • Exploring the benefits and challenges for companies  • Clarifying the roles of individuals, organizations, Philanthropies and NGO’s, etc • Building Networks with Peers, industry experts, etc • Engaging in Practical exercises, group discussions and case studies 🌿 Join Our Workshop on Plastic Credit! 🌿 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞:  📅 Save the date! 😊  🗓️ Date: 17th & 18th August, 2024 🕓 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM 🔗 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dhrjiSjn Pratiksha More Shubhi Goel #sustainability101 #plastic #credits #education #plasticcredits #india #epr #environment #recycling #reuse #pollution

India's plastic recycling industry is experiencing significant growth, highlighting the nation's commitment to sustainable waste management. Projected Growth: The industry is forecasted to reach a market value of $6.9 billion by 2033. Impressive Recycling Rate: With a current recycling rate of 60%, India is making substantial progress in its efforts to manage plastic waste effectively. Government Support: Strong initiatives and support from the government are driving this positive momentum. India’s dedication to managing plastic waste is evident, setting a remarkable example for other nations to follow. Let's support this green momentum. #Sustainability #GreenTech #CircularEconomy #Recycling #PlasticRecycling #EsterIndustries

"Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to improve." – Mahatma Gandhi Today, as we celebrate the 78th Independence Day of India, I find it fitting to reflect on a #freedom that remains a significant challenge: the freedom from plastic waste. Plastic waste remains one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reports that #india generates around 25,940 tons of plastic waste daily, with nearly 43% being single-use plastic. In our 60 major cities, 4,079.56 metric tons of plastic waste are produced every day, yet less than 60% is recycled. At JBrPET Industries Pvt Ltd, we are dedicated to addressing this issue through our commitment to a circular economy. By redesigning our packaging and production processes to minimize #plasticwaste, we aim to contribute to a cleaner and greener India. As we honor our nation’s independence, let’s also strive for freedom from plastic pollution. Together, we can forge a sustainable future for our country. Happy Independence Day! Jai Hind! Ayodhyaprasad S. Punit Singhal Rajesh Gupta Vishal S Kejriwal Amit Jain CA Hardikkumar A. Manish Singhal

India’s dedication to managing plastic waste is evident, setting a remarkable example for other nations to follow. Let's support this green momentum. #Sustainability #GreenTech #CircularEconomy #Recycling #PlasticRecycling #EsterIndustries