Kerala Solid Waste Management Project The development objective of the Kerala Solid Waste Management Project is to strengthen the institutional and service delivery systems for solid waste management in Kerala. The project comprises of three components. The first component is institutional development, capacity building, and project management. It consists of following sub-components: (i) technical assistance Continue Reading
Title: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): A Sustainable Approach to Waste Management Introduction: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a concept aimed at shifting the responsibility for managing products and their associated waste from local governments and consumers to the producers. It encourages producers to take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of their products, including their disposal, Continue Reading
Title: Plastic Waste Management in Kerala: A Sustainable Approach Introduction: Plastic waste management has emerged as a critical issue globally, and Kerala, the southern state of India, is no exception. With its scenic beauty and rich biodiversity, Kerala faces the challenge of balancing environmental conservation with the need for effective waste management, particularly in handling Continue Reading
Title: Understanding Plastic Pollution: A Call to Action for a Sustainable Future Introduction: Plastic pollution has emerged as a global environmental crisis, posing profound threats to ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. The pervasive use of plastic materials, coupled with inadequate waste management practices, has led to the accumulation of plastic debris in every corner of Continue Reading
High-density polyethylene or HDPE is a commonly used petroleum thermoplastic and the most used of the three polyethylenes for a wide range of applications. LDPE (low-density polyethylene) is a soft, flexible, lightweight plastic material. LDPE is noted for its low-temperature flexibility, toughness, and corrosion resistance. Polyethylene terephthalate or PET belongs to the family of polyesters. It Continue Reading
Single-use plastic refers to plastic items that are designed to be used only once before they are disposed of. These items are typically used for a short period and then discarded, rather than being reused or recycled. Single-use plastics are pervasive in modern society due to their convenience and affordability, but they have become a Continue Reading
Plastic waste management (Amendment) Rules, 2022: Classification of plastics Category 1:Rigid plastic packaging will be included under this category. Category 2:Flexible plastic packaging of a single layer or multilayer (more than one layer with different types of plastic), plastic sheets and covers made of plastic sheet, carry bags, plastic sachet or pouches will be included Continue Reading
Plastic waste management is a global concern and a grave issue to tackle. Read here to know more about the rules and regulations related to plastic waste management. The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change announced the Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2022, which notified the instructions on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for plastic Continue Reading
Plastic waste management refers to the systematic handling, disposal, and treatment of plastic waste to minimize its environmental impact and maximize resource recovery. Effective plastic waste management involves a combination of strategies aimed at reducing plastic waste generation, improving recycling rates, and responsibly managing disposal. Key components of plastic waste management include: 1. Source Reduction: Continue Reading
Plastic waste has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, with far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. As the production and consumption of plastic materials continue to rise worldwide, the management of plastic waste has become an urgent priority for governments, industries, and individuals alike. The Scale of Continue Reading