Every year, the International Plastic Bag Free Day is observed on 3rd July in an effort to raise awareness about the pressing issue of plastic pollution on the planet. As plastic poses a serious threat to the natural environment, including land and marine life, today is an important day because future generations are at risk.
The main purpose of the day is to highlight the increasing harm that non-biodegradable materials cause to our environment. The collaborative effort over the last 10 years has radically reduced the impact, but it is alarming to know that a plastic bag takes 1,000 years to degrade in a landfill.
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International Plastic Bag Free Day Theme 2022
Every awareness day is observed by keeping a theme in mind. This helps in dedicated and strategic efforts. The theme of International Plastic bag Free Day 2022 is yet to be announced. The theme is also important as it makes the general public aware of the next immediate threat and they direct them to act accordingly.
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Plastic Ban in India From July 1, 2022
In India, waste plastic is generated in the amount of 3.5 million tonnes per year. India generates 3 kg of plastic waste per capita per year, according to government data. Based on the information provided by all State Pollution Control Boards, the amount of plastic waste generated during 2020-21 will be approximately 41,26,997 tonnes.
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Ahead of World Plastic Bag Free Day, the Indian Govt. has enforced the single-use plastic ban pan India from 1st July 2022. The violation of the ban could result in punitive action, including a fine or prison sentence, as outlined under Section 15 of the Environment Protection Act (EPA) and the bylaws of the respective municipalities.
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History & Significance of International Plastic Bag Free Day
Let’s throw some light on World Plastic Bag Free Day history. The day was instituted by Rezero, a member of Zero Waste Europe (ZWE) on July 3, 2008. At the beginning of its existence, the day was only observed in Catalonia. In the European Union, however, ZWE introduced the International Plastic Bag Free Day a year later.
Through the organization’s impactful campaigns, several nations have been pushed to take measures toward reducing the use of single-use plastic in the years since. Plastic bag directives were enacted in 2015 by the European Union, with the intention of reducing plastic bag consumption to 90 bags per person by 2018.
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International Plastic Bag Free Day Activities & How to Celebrate?
One of the ways you can mark the occasion is by making a resolution for the future. When you go to pick up your goods from the retailer, carry your own bags rather than choose plastic.
Alternatively, you can join the simple gathering of people walking on roads, beaches, and rivers picking up all the trash they find. Recycling your household and office plastic.
Another option is to donate money or time to an environmental organization or charity that cleans water bodies.
International Plastic Bag Free Day Quotes
Here are a few quotes and wishes on International Plastic Bag Free Day:
- Plastics would make the world like a shining diamond that glistens everywhere.
- Every day should be Earth Plastic Free Day.
- Avoid single-use plastic bags.
- If you go shopping, bring your own cloth bag or paper bag.
- Plastic is an abomination!
- Use paper bags instead of plastic bags.
- If You’re ‘fantastic’, Do Something ‘dramatic’ To Cut The ‘Plastic’, Use ‘Paper Bags’.
- Reduce, Refuse, Reuse, Recycle Plastic Bags, Instead, Renew, Reuse And Recycle Paper Bags.
- Make a pledge to reduce, reuse, and recycle plastic bags. Switch to paper bags and avoid plastics.
Plastic Bag Free Day FAQs
The World Plastic Bag Free Day is celebrated every year on 3rd July 2022.
The theme for World Plastic Bag Free Day 2022 is yet to be announced.
On July 3, 2008 the 1st International Plastic Bag Free Day was observed.
The day was instituted by Rezero, a member of Zero Waste Europe (ZWE).
Belgian. The first synthetic plastic was developed by a Belgian chemist and marketer Leo Baekeland in 1907.
The common types of plastics are –
1) Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET or PETE)
2) High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
3) Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC or Vinyl)
4) Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
5) Polypropylene (PP)
6) Polystyrene (PS or Styrofoam)
New plastic waste management rules became effective in India on July 1, 2022. There will be penalties for noncompliance. Affected products include plastic sticks for balloons, plastic flags, and earbuds with plastic sticks.
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