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Studies show that consuming plastic could lead to cancer, effects on hormone levels, and heart damage. Plastics have been found in the blood of even new born babies. Over 600 marine species are affected by plastics. Nearly 45000 marine animals have ingested plastics and 80% were injured or killed.
In India, where plastic use is rising, most cities and towns do not have an integrated solid waste management system. This means that very little plastic waste is properly collected or disposed of, resulting in a massive waste-management challenge as cities continue to grow.
21 hours ago · The initiative aims to raise awareness about zero waste management by eliminating plastic use within the office premises and ensuring proper segregation and disposal of dry and green waste.
Jun 5, 2023 · BENGALURU: While Karnataka is taking its first steps towards formally addressing the issue of plastic along its coastline, a major hurdle before it is the management of thermocol waste....
Jun 7, 2018 · Effective disposal and management of plastic waste is an important issue today, and Karnataka is setting the example for doing it right.
One key solution is to manage plastic waste in an efficient and responsible manner and foster circularity in use of plastics. Circular economy measures/models retain the added value of goods as long as
May 25, 2021 · The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 prohibiting plastic carry bags less than 50 micron.
Jun 30, 2022 · Plastic: From saviour of forests to the bane and the ban. Implementation of ban will take place under Rules 4 (c), 4 (d) of the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2021. If the...
This partnership aims to promote sustainable plastic waste management practices in India, thus empowering the Safai Sathis (waste pickers) and moving into a circular economy.
May 25, 2021 · The Karnataka government has constituted a 16-member taskforce to eliminate single-use plastics. The State Level Special Task Force under the chairmanship of additional chief secretary will...
