Plastic

plastic-free-india
December 5, 2024

Food Safety Authority Flags Bottled Water as Potential Health Hazard

Could the packaged drinking water you trust so deeply actually be contaminated? The nation’s apex food safety authority, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), has recently classified packaged drinking water under the “high-risk food category.” This move ensures that manufacturers are subjected to thorough inspections at least once annually, a prerequisite for securing their operational license, as outlined in the latest notification. Why is packaged water labelled as high-risk? Labelling a product as “high-risk” is intended to enforce stringent regular

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The importance of ESG in india
November 21, 2024

The Importance of ESG in India: A 2024 Perspective.

The Importance of ESG in India: A 2024 Perspective. As we enter 2024, the significance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in India has never been more pronounced. In a rapidly evolving global landscape, integrating ESG into business practices is not just a trend but an imperative for sustainable growth and responsible stewardship. The convergence of economic ambition with environmental consciousness has placed India at a critical juncture where embracing ESG can catalyse transformative change across industries. A Catalyst for Sustainable

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Sustainable Development Goals
July 10, 2024

What are Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ?

Introduction In the realm of sustainability, two acronyms often come up: SDGs and ESG. What exactly are they, and how do they work together to shape a better future for our planet? The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have emerged as guiding stars in our quest for a world where economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, and social justice coexist. Established in 2015, these 17 goals represent our collective aspirations for a more sustainable and equitable future by 2030. But how do SDGs intertwine

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Sustainable Approaches
July 10, 2024

What are Sustainable Approaches?

“In a world where the consequences of environmental degradation are increasingly evident, the importance of sustainability has never been clearer.” Sustainability means meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It involves minimizing our ecological footprint and fostering a harmonious relationship between humans and the environment. Let’s explore some creative and effective sustainability approaches that are paving the way for a greener future. Circular Economy Firstly, the circular economy aims to redefine

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January 5, 2022

Bird Feeder using recycled bottle

If you live in an area that has many birds, a strategically placed DIY recycled bird feeder will allow you to view the pretty feathered creatures up close and personal. Taking just a little time and very little money, you can make one out of materials you might have otherwise thrown away – a plastic bottle and a couple of wooden spoons. Clean and dry the bottle thoroughly, removing any labels. Screw the hook into the centre of the bottle’s

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January 5, 2022

Recycled Plastic Bottle Planter

Love plants and sustainable living? Creating a planter is actually a way to reuse plastic. Spark your DIY spirit with a simple project that turns 2-litres into a useful and appealing indoor planter. Here are some simple step-by-step instructions for how to make a DIY plastic bottle planter: Cut the bottom third of a 2-litre bottle. Paint the bottle white or the colour of your choice. Use parts of the rest of the bottle to cut out ears or any design of your

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December 17, 2021

India is the first Asian Country to launch a plastics pact.

The India Plastics Pact is a collaboration between WWF India and CII—anchored at the CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development (CESD), and supported by WRAP, a global NGO based in the UK. WRAP is providing operational and technical support to many other Plastics Pacts, as well as running the UK Plastics Pact. The Plastics Pact envisions a world where plastic is valued and does not pollute the environment. The India Plastics Pact is an ambitious, collaborative initiative that aims to

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December 2, 2021

P&G faces shortage of recycled plastic in race to meet sustainability goals

Procter & Gamble Co (PG.N) has lofty goals for cutting its environmental impact by 2030 but obtaining recycled plastic for more sustainable packaging is challenging, the company’s vice president of global sustainability said at the Reuters Next conference. Global supply chain issues are making obtaining environmentally sound packaging materials more difficult, Jack McAneny said on Friday, as the consumer goods giant scrambles to meet the demands of an increasingly eco-conscious consumer base. Read More at (Source) : https://www.reuters.com/business/sustainable-business/pg-faces-shortage-recycled-plastic-race-meet-sustainability-goals-2021-12-03/

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November 8, 2021

PureCycle Technologies, Inc. announced their first product made from PureCycled plastic

PureCycle Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: PCT) announced the first product made from PureCycled plastic has launched. The first-of-its-kind sustainable plastic shower dispenser was brought to market and sold by EC30 and made from PureCycle’s ultra-pure recycled plastic transformed from trash found in the bins of U.S. stadiums. Bringing an ultra-pure recycled plastic product to consumers marks a milestone for PureCycle and changes the sustainable products game. Mike Otworth, CEO, PureCycle, said, “There is no doubt that consumers expect companies

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October 21, 2021

Companies step up their sustainability game; focus on eliminating plastic in packaging

  New packaging models impact the cost of operations as it increases by about 20-25% depending upon the segment. Indian consumers are also on the lookout for brands that have social and environmental purposes   Single-use consumer habits continue to pose a threat to the environment — particularly in the context of plastic packaging. According to the World Economic Forum, only 14% of plastic packaging is collected for recycling globally. Moreover, by 2050 the carbon footprint of plastics is expected

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