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Venue : Davos, Switzerland
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In this edition of Take 3, marking the International Day for Biological Diversity, Ms. Areeba Usmani, Research Associate, TERI, explores the meaning behind this year’s theme — ‘Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development.’ She unpacks the vital role biodiversity plays in sustaining life on Earth and how aligning with nature is key to building a resilient, inclusive future.
A recent UNEP report projects that global plastic pollution could be reduced by up to 80% by 2040 through strategic measures, such as investing in eco-friendly alternatives, redesigning packaging, and improving waste collection systems. India has already taken a strong step by banning the manufacture, sale, and use of 19 identified single-use plastic (SUP) items from July 1, 2022, under the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (amended).
Source: UNEP
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