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October 26, India

India to Ban Single-Use Plastic, Boost Renewable Energy

New Delhi, India (October 26, 2023)

India is set to become the latest country to ban single-use plastic in an effort to reduce pollution and protect its environment.

The ban, which will go into effect in June 2024, will apply to all single-use plastic items, including bags, straws, cups, and forks.

The Indian government estimates that the ban will reduce plastic waste by up to 100,000 tonnes per year.

In addition to the plastic ban, India is also stepping up its efforts to promote renewable energy.

The government has set a target of generating 40% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030.

India is currently the world’s fourth-largest emitter of greenhouse gases, and the government is hoping that the switch to renewable energy will help to reduce its emissions.

The government is also investing in electric vehicles and other technologies to reduce air pollution.

These measures are part of India’s broader efforts to address the climate crisis and protect its environment.

The government is also working with other countries to reduce plastic pollution and promote renewable energy.

India is a member of the United Nations Environment Assembly, which adopted a resolution in 2019 calling for a global ban on single-use plastic.

India is also a member of the International Renewable Energy Agency, which is working to promote the adoption of renewable energy technologies worldwide.