Plastic pollution is not just about the visible aspects of it anymore. Yes, we can see plastic bottles floating on the surface of rivers when we look out over them. We can see carry bags hanging from trees when we walk through parks. And we often hear the ocean is full of plastic waste. But […]
As countries around the world implement new and improved policies governing the use of compostable packaging materials, there is an opportunity for India to learn and gain insight into how those countries are dealing with these issues, especially in light of the increasing prevalence of plastic waste and pollution, as well as the rapid urbanization […]
Most of us don’t think much about what happens to our plastic bags when we’re done with them — other than putting them in the trash. But here’s something you might not have realized: a traditional plastic bag can take more than 500 years to decompose. Think of it this way, though: if you had […]
India is at a critical juncture in its sustainability development. The evolution of plastic bans, growing consumer interest, pressure for compliance with environmental, social, and governance criteria, and the accelerated pace of growth of e-commerce have fundamentally changed the approach that companies take to their packing approaches. In the past, many companies considered packing to […]
Plastic pollution is not just about the visible aspects of it anymore. Yes, we can see plastic bottles floating on the surface of rivers when we look out over them. We can see carry bags hanging from trees when we walk through parks. And we often hear the ocean is full of plastic waste. […]
Every day, thousands of startups are launching online stores — selling fashion, cosmetics, electronics, groceries, and everything in between. But while sales are growing, so is something else: Packaging waste. Every order shipped means another plastic mailer, another polybag, another layer of packaging entering the waste stream. For e-commerce startups looking to scale responsibly, […]
The cities are expanding at a rapid rate. Increased consumption, increased people, increased convenience and, regrettably, increased waste. Go to any city with metro in India or any part of the globe and you will find the same setback: dustbins stretched to the brim as well as landfills and plastic waste which seems to refuse […]
The healthcare industry performs several tasks to assist society, including helping people maintain their health, providing treatment for various illnesses, and conducting research to increase our knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Nonetheless, the healthcare sector creates an immense amount of waste every day through the operation of hospitals, clinics, diagnostic facilities, and other locations […]
India’s green economy is at a pivotal point — a balance between economic development and environmental accountability. With the world’s fastest-growing economy, India is experiencing rapid urbanization, increasing consumption levels and expansion of industries. At the same time, there is growing pressure on India to tackle climate change, eliminate plastic pollution, and mitigate depletion of […]
The Government of India has made large strides towards sustainable development. This has moved beyond just creating an environmentally-friendly climate to becoming an essential part of the manufacturing strategy that helps drive economic growth and job creation in India and at the same time supporting the growth of our local hand-made manufactured products. In addition […]
