Say No To “SINGLE-USE PLASTICS”
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Say No To “SINGLE-USE PLASTICS” What are Single Use Plastics (SUPs)? Single Use Plastics are plastic items that are intended to be used only once before being disposed of or recycled. For example, straws, stirrers, water bottles, plastic bags, plastic banners, and packaging. Why are SUPs banned? These single-use plastic items potentially impact the environment causing land and water pollution, causing adverse effects on plants and animals, and dangerously breaking down into microplastics. The challenges in collection, segregation, and recycling are a few reasons for the ineffective management of single-use plastics. What are the Rules and Regulations regarding Plastic Waste Management? Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 It provides the statutory framework for plastic waste management in India. The rules state the conditions of use of plastics, its management, the responsibilities…

