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Outreach: Positive Contributions of Plastics

23RD ANNUAL GLOBAL MEETING ON PLASTICS & SUSTAINABILITY

A presentation by…

ARVIND M MEHTAChairman Plastivision India Advisory Board. AIPMA

Executive Director Council of International PlasticsAssociation Directors (CIPAD)

Past President: Plastindia FoundationPast President: AIPMA

Strategies and Opportunities for the Plastics Industry

OUTREACH: POSITIVE CONTRIBUTIONS OF PLASTICS

Miami, USA. 4-5 December 2012

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Myths

• Plastics perceived as toxic - injurious to health & environment

• Thinner plastic bags are not recyclable

• Plastics deplete precious & scarce fossil fuel

• Traditional packaging materials are better alternatives to plastic bags


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There are misconceptions regarding:

• Health & safety

• Toxicity

• Disposal & waste management

• Environmental hazard

• Biodegradability

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Concerns



In 2005, Total Global Emissions was 46 GtCO2e

It could have been 51.2 Gt CO2e, but for the savings by Chemical Industry

Savings by Chemical Industry 11%

Among The Top 10 Green House Gas Emission Saving Sectors - 4 are Plastics

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Plastics save green house gas emissions and saves the earth from global warming

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Biodegradability

Non-biodegradability property of plastics is termed as the major reason of waste management problem

• Plastics are useful for its long life characteristics• Biodegradable / compostable plastics have been developed but these are required for specific applications where recycling is not possible or difficult



• ICPE (Indian Centre for Plastics in Environment) set up on the recommendation of

a Task Force constituted by The Ministry of Environment and Forests-body

registered under Society Act on January 27, 1999

• Nodal agency recognized by the Government of India to handle all issues related

to Plastics and Environment in the country

ICPE - Set up by the Industry - To Help Sustain an Environment Friendly Image of Plastics

Website: Indian Centre for Plastics in Environment http://icpe.in



ICPE Website



• To encourage, promote and support upgradation of the PWM & plastic industry technologically and environmentally

• To project Indian Plastic industry as environment conscious, socially responsible in all its acts, be it manufacturing, marketing or recycling of plastic waste

• To inform, create awareness on the importance of the right way of disposing plastic waste • To work closely with the Central, State and local administration in PWM on behalf of the plastic

industry• Develop and encourage standards/ specifications / guidelines for plastic waste / recyclates for

applications• Sponsor/ undertake R & D work in the area of plastics in general, and plastics waste management in

particular • Develop and encourage codification system for assisting recycling in critical and non-critical

applications • Collect, collate, publish and disseminate statistical data on on Plastic waste industry / Plastic Industry • Circulate information relating to Plastics Waste Industry -benefit of manufacturers, consumers and

regulatory bodies• Establish / maintain contacts / liaison and exchange information with similar bodies

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ICPE – Objectives



• Technical and R & D Programs• Standards & Specification

o ICPE has been instrumental in developing the packaging guidelines and also the BIS Recycling Standards(IS 14534 / 14535) in the country. ICPE is also represented on the Bureau of Indian Standards - Plastic Sectional Committee (PCD - 12)

• Technical Training & Workshop in the area of plastic materials & processing, plastics recycling and plastic waste management

• Technical Publications for creating comprehensive technical awareness in the area of plastics & environment

• Pilot Projects & demonstration projects across the countryo Compactor for crushing & bailing of waste plastic bottles, glasses & cups in area like railway

stations. One such compactor being operated at Churchgate, Mumbaio Pilot incineration Project proposed for one of the metros in co-operation with local authoritieso A mini recycling project for multiplayer films / laminates / pouches / sachets is planned along

with one of the leading industrial research institute in Delhi• Commissioning Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) for various materials

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Initiatives by ICPE

Indian Plastics Industry – Responsible with Social Commitment



Public Awareness Campaign



Need of the hour is that all stakeholders come together to develop a comprehensive long-term vision and strategy for plastics use without any

adverse impact on people and environment in a way compatible with market forces and benefits the society at large

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Forward Path – Forging Partnership for Growth

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Thank you

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