Plastic Waste Management
Plastic waste has emerged as a major environmental and governance challenge in India’s urban and rural landscapes. While plastics are integral to modern life, their non-biodegradability, improper disposal, and microplastic pollution threaten ecosystems, agriculture, and human health. India, generating nearly 3.5 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, faces the urgent task of aligning production, consumption and waste management with the principles of a circular economy.
What is Plastic Waste Management?
- It refers to the systematic handling of plastic from production to disposal, emphasizing reduction, recycling, and reuse.
- The goal is to minimize plastic leakage into the environment and promote Extended Producer ....
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