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 Reduce, reuse, and recycle; circular economy is the only efficient solution to a sustainable environment. Unlike the linear economy model focusing on take, make, and waste, circular economy envisions creating a robust economic system with no waste. Wondering if a sustainable system like this can exist? Of course, it can, and it is! So what is circular economy? Simply put,  circular economy sustainability  is a well-thought model of production and consumption that involves reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling products. It is no secret that natural resources across the world are constantly depleting. Also, the surging volumes of waste contribute to global crises like pollution, biodiversity loss, and climate change. Therefore, circular economy serves as a crucial instrument to tackle the planetary crisis by recapturing waste as rich resources to manufacture newer products and newer raw materials. The benefits of circular economy are not just limited to sustainab...

India generates over 3.4 million tonnes of plastic every year. Yes, that’s quite a number. Unfortunately, plastics are mostly chlorinated and are rich in chemical compounds. Obviously, plastics are detrimental to the environment. The shrinking aquatic life, the rising underground cavities, and the depleting environmental conditions epitomise the disastrous impacts of plastic. It might surprise you to learn that 90% of the world’s seabirds and turtles are spotted with plastic trash and micro-particles stuck in their guts. Besides, plastics are choking the survival of whales. Are you of the idea that switching to the so-called ‘biodegradable’ plastics is good for the environment? Well, you are certainly mistaken. Sometimes, plastics labelled as biodegradable take more than 100 years to dissolve naturally. What remains, though, are garbage patches swirling in the middle of oceans and water bodies. Can you miss the landfills? Have you heard of Ghazipur? It is the largest plastic dumpsite i...

 Have you heard about circular economy? A present-day buzzword, circular economy outlines a system-focused approach to achieving environmental sustainability. Simply put, circular economy is an upgrade to a traditional linear economy model that focuses on the concept of take, make, and waste. Unfortunately, the time-tested cycle of production and consumption has contributed to overwhelming quantities of waste across the globe. Are you aware of the stats? Let’s read: 1.  Two billion tonnes of waste are produced every year 2.  India alone generates over 62 million tonnes of waste annually 3.  Plastic, electronics, batteries, glass, and food are the biggest contributors of waste to date. In short, waste is a serious problem. Moreover, the rapid influx of industrialisation and technology has worsened the crisis. Hence, it is imperative to reduce waste to an absolute minimum. The question that arises now is how? Clearly, recycling is only half-good in treat...

  E-waste is a critical problem in the present times. And why not? From smart gadgets to smart homes, technology is integrated into every aspect of our lives. Think about it – even the simplest products have sensors and semiconductors fitted in them. Have you heard about wearable monitors or water vapour extractors? Technology is at the core of every device and every little thing we use. Evolution in technology is only evident. However, how often do we think about the products that become outdated or unusable with time? We definitely don’t, and this explains why e-waste crossed the 50 million metric tonne benchmark back in 2020. The counts have only doubled over the years.  A surprising fact:  According to the stats, in 2023, the count of untreated e-waste exceeds 347 million metric tonnes on the face of the earth.  Have you wondered if there’s a smart and pragmatic way to tackle the growing e-waste crisis? Thinking about recycling? Despite the increasing awareness a...

 Are you aware of the growing importance of waste management? An organised and strategic endeavour to dispose of, reduce, reuse, and prevent the generation of waste describes the working and purpose of waste management in a nutshell. Appropriate disposal of waste is extremely important to keep up with global cleanliness and sustainability. Little do you know that we generate over 400 million tonnes of waste every year, and the number is only increasing. Do you know the consequences of growing waste? Right from climate change to the contamination of soil, air, and water, waste is a major concern for the rising global crises. Moreover, the economic impacts of waste are not underrated as well. The growing waste piles also imply an increasing ratio of wasted natural resources. Do you know how burdening that is? Also, the growing size of landfills lowers the value of land by leaps and bounds. In short, the effects of waste go beyond the adversities of the environment. The toxic compound...

  The buzz around Extended Producer Responsibility, or EPR, is definitely evident. Will you not agree? However, aren’t you curious to find out how the strategic policy approach is contributing to a paradigm shift in the face of business? Let’s read about it. The story about plastics, electronics, and waste cropping up as a primary environmental concern is not unheard of. Industries dealing in consumer goods such as electronics, food packaging, plastic items, and more leave a burgeoning trail of waste behind. Now, with a multitude of organisations functioning across the globe, the collective waste output is overwhelming and threatening. If you are not aware already, even the tiniest bit of non-biodegradable plastic takes 400 -500 years to decompose naturally. Besides, the chemicals in the gigatonnes of trashed electronics affect the quality of the environment and health on earth. Since recycling isn’t enough to remove waste from the face of the earth, environmentalists, in collabo...

  The growing awareness about extended producer responsibility in India is quite evident. Some describe EPR as a proactive business measure, while others define EPR as an environmental protection strategy. Ever wondered why you should care about EPR at all? More importantly, what is extended producer responsibility all about? Let’s explain: What is extended producer responsibility, and why is it important? Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a stringent policy approach for entrepreneurs, manufacturers, recyclers, and importers. According to the environmental policy, producers and business owners are entailed to rethink, strategise, and improve the entire life cycle of products from scratch. This implies that a producer is responsible for figuring out sustainable product designs that serve long and keep a close watch on the lifecycle of products post-consumption. If you are not already aware, the constant demand for newer and innovative products every day implies increased sca...