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Enzyme in laundry detergent can help recycle single-use plastics in 24 hrs: Study
Scientists have developed a novel method that uses enzymes found in laundry detergents for recycling single-use bioplastics in disposable items such as coffee cups and food containers. The method, described in the journal Cell Reports Physical Science, uses the enzymes to "depolymerise"-or break down-landfill-bound bioplastics into soluble fragments within just 24 hours.
New study exposes shocking volume of microplastics in bottled water, raising health worries
A recent Columbia University study found a startling revelation: a liter of bottled water may contain up to 2.4 lakh plastic pieces, surpassing prior estimates by 10 to 100 times. This discovery highlights microplastics and nanoplastics, posing serious concerns for health and the environment. Examining three US bottled water brands, the study identified 1.1-3.7 lakh plastic fragments per liter, primarily nanoplastics (90%) and microplastics (10%). The study emphasizes the urgent need for further research and action to address this pervasive issue.
Fashion’s sales season plastics problem isn’t about packaging
In a world where more than half of clothes are made from cheap polyester, the disposable plastics you wear are a far bigger problem than the bags they’ve been delivered in.
Reliance becomes first in India to use chemical recycling for circular polymers
Reliance shipped its first batch of ISCC-Plus certified circular polymers, named CircuRepol (Polypropylene) and CircuRelene (Polyethylene). "RIL's commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through its innovative methods like chemical recycling which help create a Circular Economy. The company firmly believes in finding smart solutions to reduce plastic waste and inspire others to join in this journey towards a greener future," the release stated.
From textiles to plastic, India needs to get ‘high’ on hemp
A culinary actor, hemp is now finding a place in textiles and other products. But regulatory hurdles make it difficult to even market these goods.
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Vivanta Guwahati – IHCL’s first foray in North East India introduced in-house bottling plantJayanta Das, Area Director, and General Manager of Vivanta Guwahati, expressed the hotel's dedication to zero single-use plastics in alignment with IHCL's ESG+ framework of Paathya. He remarked, "Vivanta Guwahati has once again established a benchmark in transitioning to a more sustainable Assam."
A Rs 3.5-lakh-crore industry at crossroads: What is the future of plastic in an increasingly climate conscious world?As the world is looking actively to address the challenges of climate change and pollution, the plastic industry has found itself in quite a predicament as a necessary evil.
How Swachh Survekshan is heralding wholesome sanitation rejuvenation of India citiesIndia's cities and towns have for long seen waste lying everywhere, thanks to mindless consumption and even more mindless disposal. During his travels, Mohandas Gandhi lamented India's low sanitation levels. Segregation, collection, recovery and processing of municipal waste have been arduous for ULBs, many of which don't have adequate capacity, funds and human resources to tackle this enormous problem.
India keeping tabs on WTO pact for plastic pollutionOfficials said India's per capita usage of plastics is low and the country has already banned single-use plastic and that Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEA) of the UN are the appropriate forum for such talks.
Indore Municipal Corporation 1st urban body in country to get EPR credit by recycling single-use plastic: OfficialIndore Municipal Corporation (IMC) has become the first urban body in the country to receive the Extended Producers Responsibility (EPR) credit by recycling eight tonnes of banned single-use plastic items that were seized. The IMC collected the waste and later recycled them in a plant under public-private partnership. The IMC Commissioner said that the civic body received credit worth Rs 8,100 on the EPR portal of the Central Pollution Control Board.
England to ban single-use plastic cutlery, plates from OctThe move is part of a wider push to protect the environment by clamping down on waste that blights the countryside and oceans and by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the production and disposal of plastics. England uses 2.7 billion items of single-use cutlery per year as well as 721 million single-use plates, but only 10% are recycled, according to Coffey's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
1 lakh NCC cadets to help Punjab govt in creating awareness against single use plastic, MoU signedEnvironment Minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, NCC Additional Directorate (Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Chandigarh) Major General Rajiv Chhibber and Punjab Pollution Control Board Member Secretary Krunesh Garg signed the MoU at the NCC headquarters in Chandigarh.
Bring empty milk pouches, get discount on fuel: Rajasthan fuel pump owner's unique drive against SUPsAshok Kumar Mundra, owner of Chhaganlal Bagtawarmal on Chittor Road, encourages customers to avoid single-use plastics (SUPs). On July 15, he initiated a three-month awareness campaign with backing from Saras Dairy, Bhilwara district administration, and the pollution control board. Saras Dairy has committed to disposing of the empty pouches collected at the petrol pump.
Is a plastic-free future possible? The clash of pro and anti-plastic advocatesThe plastic bags don’t decompose and when discarded they linger in the environment for ages.
Delhi government forms enforcement teams to monitor restrictions on single-use plastic items"Enforcement teams have been constituted by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) and revenue department to implement single-use plastic (SUP) ban more effectively. On July 8, these constituted enforcement teams will be given detailed training on SUP," Delhi Environment Minister, Gopal Rai said.
Nationwide ban on single-use plastics; use of alternatives to be prioritisedThe development and use of alternatives must be prioritised. With the global agreement on plastics in the works, this will be a growth area that will provide opportunities. Globally, SUPs account for a third of all plastic produced and for the bulk of the 130 million-odd metric tonnes of discarded plastic in 2019. India is among the top 100 SUP waste generators.
Demand for wooden cutlery on the rise as plastic ban kicks inManufacturers of wooden cutlery in places like Moradabad, Saharanpur, Delhi and Kolkata said they were getting up to 25% more orders compared with a couple of months ago. Starting this month, 19 single-use plastic items, from forks, spoons, straws, trays and ear buds to wrapping or packaging films on sweet boxes and cigarette packets and PVC banners of less than 100 microns are banned in India.
Violation of single-use plastic ban in Delhi to invite fine of up to Rs 1 lakh or jail term: Gopal RaiTeams of Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), Revenue Department and Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) will conduct inspections and issue warning notices against those not complying with the ban till July 10," Rai said while launching a three-day fair at Thyagraj Stadium here to promote alternatives to SUP items.
Ban on single-use plastics kicks in: Check the banned items and how much you may be finedEarbuds with plastic sticks, plastic sticks for balloons, plastic flags, candy sticks, ice-cream sticks, polystyrene (thermocol) for decoration, plates, cups, glasses, cutlery such as forks, spoons, knives, straw, trays, wrapping or packing films around sweet boxes, invitation cards, and cigarette packets, plastic or PVC banners less than 100 microns and stirrers.
Single-use plastic banned in India from today. Here are some eco-friendly alternativesSome of these green options will make life hassle-free.
Single-use plastic ban from July 1, gave industry enough time: Bhupender YadavThe minister sought the cooperation of all stakeholders from the industry to the public to rid the country of the menace of SUP. As per the ministry notification issued last year, 19 SUP items from plastic cutlery and straws to plastic sticks for ear buds and ice cream and candy sticks are to be completely banned from July 1.
Single-use plastics will be banned in India from July 1The production, importation, stocking, distribution, sale, and use of certain single-use plastic items that have a low utility and a high potential for littering will be banned starting July 1.Load More
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