World Environment Day 2025: Beat Plastic Pollution

June 6, 2025
Paresh Kumar
5 min

On June 5, 2025, World Environment Day focuses on the theme "Beat Plastic Pollution," highlighting the urgent need to address the escalating plastic waste crisis. Plastic pollution affects our oceans, food, and health, with the average person consuming over 45 kg of plastic annually.

While policies like India's 2022 ban on single-use plastics and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) are steps forward, enforcement remains inconsistent. Success stories from Rwanda and Sikkim demonstrate that change is possible.

Let's not wait for another policy or summit. The change begins with us—today and every day.

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