India banned single-use plastics almost 2 years ago. Did it work?
For the ban to work, analysts suggest a sustained implementation strategy and better availability of economically feasible non-plastic substitutes.
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Derek O'Brien writes: No warranty for 'Modi Ki Guarantee'
From employment to Digital India, Nari Shakti and others, the BJP government has yet to fulfil its many promises
Source: indianexpress.com
Plastic Ban: Green Brigade Slams Move to Lift Plastic Ban in Ludhiana |
The green brigade expresses their disappointment and concern over the revocation of the plastic ban in Ludhiana. Read more to know about their ongoing awareness drive against pollution in Buddha Dariya and other water bodies.
Source: indiatimes.com
Decoding the amended e-waste management rules
The government plans to establish multiple platforms for exchange of extended producer responsibility (EPR) certificates for effective management of e-waste. EPR is an environmental policy approach in which a producer’s responsibility is extended to the post-consumer stage of a product’s life cycle
Source: theweek.in
Study shows single-use food packaging from 17 countries may contain cancer-causing chemical
A study released on Tuesday by the International Pollutants Elimination Network (IPEN) and 18 IPEN member groups found toxic polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) chemicals, including globally banned substances, in single-use, paper, cardboard, and plant-based molded fiber food containers and tableware purchased from 17 countries. These countries are found across Africa, Asia, Europe, North America,…
Source: businessmirror.com.ph