Policies & Regulations

Plastic Waste by Industry in India: Key Facts for 2026

Plastic waste in India is growing because we are using more plastic in the way we sell, pack, move, and build things. The problem is also bigger than it looks in many official headlines. In

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How to Make Your Fashion Brand Export-Ready with Sustainable Packaging

The fashion industry is responsible for 4% of the total global greenhouse emissions. A lot of that comes from the packaging that is used for fashion products. But fashion brands want to build responsibly. That’s

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EU Plastic Tax Explained: A $10B Opportunity for Bio-Based Alternatives

Europe’s plastic waste problem can no longer be pushed aside.  If things don’t change, plastic packaging waste in the EU could grow by almost 46% by 2030. Much of that comes from heavy reliance on

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How to Source Sustainable Packaging in India: A Buyer’s Guide

Imagine getting 9.7% extra for the same product you are selling right now.  That’s how much customers are actually willing to pay for sustainable products. A 9.7% sustainability premium.  Now, imagine this sustainability premium showing

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Everything to Know about UAE Plastic Ban

The UAE plastic ban is one of the region’s boldest steps to address the very real problem of plastic pollution.  It started with a few local restrictions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Over time, it

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The Need For A Bioplastic Policy in India

I bumped into a surprising analysis last week.  India has banned many categories of single-use plastic items in 2022. But it currently imports more than 80% of its bioplastic raw material requirements.  That’s a huge

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U.S. Plastic Laws: State-by-State Guide for 2025

Perhaps you’re already aware that America faces a serious plastic waste challenge. But how serious is it? Every year, the country generates more than 35 million tons of plastic waste. Yet less than 10% of

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Single-Use Plastic Ban in USA: 2026 Update

Nearly every American uses single-use plastics daily without a second thought.  From the morning coffee run to one’s snack before heading home, disposable plastic is there close by, and soon enough it goes into the

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Plastic Waste Management: Latest Rules in India (2025/2026)

If you buy anything in plastic today, there’s a good chance you’ll spot a new detail—a small QR code or barcode right on the wrapper. Since July 2025, this simple mark a requirement under India’s

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New Plastic Packaging Laws in USA: What You Need to Know

Every week, the average American is connected to about 18 pounds of packaging. That’s a staggering amount when you multiply it across the whole country. But the real issue is that for every 8 pieces

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