Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:21pm on 10 Sep 2024,Tuesday India
A recent study published in Nature identifies India as the world's largest plastic emitter, surpassing China. The research, led by the University of Leeds, estimates India contributes about 20% of global plastic emissions, totaling approximately 9.3 million metric tonnes annually. Factors include inadequate waste management and a high population growth rate. Despite improvements in China’s waste management, it ranks fourth in emissions. The study highlights significant issues in waste collection, particularly in southern Asia and Africa, and underscores the need for improved policies and practices to tackle global plastic pollution.
