by amjito | May 26, 2022 | Publications, Reports, 2014
Polythene bags have today become the most visible indicator of environmental degradation as citizens associate polythene to environmental pollution on account of its prominence in the municipal waste stream. Polythene as a material is highly versatile, economical and convenient hence more acceptable to consumers resulting in increased consumption patterns over many years. While the consumption patterns have continued to grow the bags are also seen as one of the major sources of littering in cities and even rural areas. Government and municipalities of many states and Union Territories have announced complete ban on manufacturing and usage of polythene, perhaps the only means to deal with this visible environmental concern.
‘Plastic and the Environment’ sets out to check the compliance level of the plastic bags ban in three states/UTs namely, Delhi, Chandigarh and Sikkim through a detailed primary and secondary survey. The report also tries to evaluate reasons for the success and failure of the ban in these three regions, and recommends measures to improve compliance.
by amjito | May 26, 2022 | Publications, Reports, 2014
Polythene bags have today become the most visible indicator of environmental degradation as citizens associate polythene to environmental pollution on account of its prominence in the municipal waste stream. Polythene as a material is highly versatile, economical and convenient hence more acceptable to consumers resulting in increased consumption patterns over many years. While the consumption patterns have continued to grow the bags are also seen as one of the major sources of littering in cities and even rural areas. Government and municipalities of many states and Union Territories have announced complete ban on manufacturing and usage of polythene, perhaps the only means to deal with this visible environmental concern.
‘Plastic and the Environment’ sets out to check the compliance level of the plastic bags ban in three states/UTs namely, Delhi, Chandigarh and Sikkim through a detailed primary and secondary survey. The report also tries to evaluate reasons for the success and failure of the ban in these three regions, and recommends measures to improve compliance.
by amjito | May 26, 2022 | Publications, Reports, 2014
Mercury Free India: Right Choices Title: Mercury Free India Right ChoicesPublication Type: Research ReportsYear of Publication: 2014Abstract: Read...
by amjito | May 26, 2022 | Publications, Reports, 2014
Delhi has been a seat of various industrial and semi-industrial activities which take place within the city boundary. These areas cater to many kinds of industries, including plastic,metal, textile, etc. The city also has one of the largest recycling markets in the world catering to all sorts of wastes and material, with a vast population engaged in formal and informal processing of a mix of toxic and non-toxic waste. Years of such activities have had an impact on the environment of the city, contaminating the soil, water and air. Poor implementation of environmental norms has made many of these locations potential hotspots of pollution.
‘On the Edge’ is first of its kind study in Delhi, mapping the city’s polluting centres. These sites are regularly contaminating the city’s environment by releasing toxic pollutants and thereby creating health concerns. This study focuses on identifying these sites as well as gathering and compiling information related to these sites. The report will enable us to take stock of the city’s environmental condition, to look into the future and assess the various policy options for consideration. It would also help in ascertaining if there is an urgent need to look at the current activities in any of these sites and plan remediation.
by amjito | May 26, 2022 | Publications, Reports, 2014
Impact of E-Waste Recycling on Water and Soil Title: Impact of E waste recycling on Soil and WaterPublication Type: Research ReportsYear of Publication: 2014Abstract: Read...
by amjito | May 26, 2022 | Publications, Reports, 2014
E-waste Rules have been in force since May 2012. Have the Producers, the key stakeholders responsible for implementing the Rules, have done what was required? Are there takeback mechanisms in place for e-waste collection? State Pollution Control Boards, which are the monitoring agencies- have they taken steps to make sure that the Rules have been implemented properly?
‘Time to Reboot’ tries to find answers for some of these questions.
It raises serious concern on the current system and questions if it is time to reboot the system and find more effective ways for better e-waste management.