{"id":31774,"date":"2023-07-02T10:49:17","date_gmt":"2023-07-02T10:49:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mauritius\/all-news\/environment-minister-calls-for-holistic-approach-in-managing-plastic-pollution-crisis"},"modified":"2023-07-02T11:32:42","modified_gmt":"2023-07-02T11:32:42","slug":"environment-minister-calls-for-holistic-approach-in-managing-plastic-pollution-crisis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mauritius\/all-news\/environment-minister-calls-for-holistic-approach-in-managing-plastic-pollution-crisis","title":{"rendered":"Environment Minister calls for holistic approach in managing plastic pollution crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Mauritius. <\/strong><\/span>The need for a holistic approach to managing the crisis of plastic pollution for a more sustainable and resilient future and to achieving the transition to a circular economy was highlighted, today, by the Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change, Mr Kavydass Ramano at the l\u2019Aventure du Sucre, Mapou.<\/p>\n

He was speaking at the opening of a workshop on better understanding the challenges, issues and prospects surrounding the use of plastic, organised by the PIM Limited in collaboration with the MCB and the Mission Verte.<\/p>\n

Around 250 participants, business leaders and representatives from the public and private sectors and NGOs are attending the workshop which will be facilitated by the expertise of Qualitropic.<\/p>\n

The Managing Director of the PIM Limited & PIM Recycling, Mr Eric Corson; the Head of Mauritian & Regional Corporate of the MCB, Mr Xavier Bathfield and other personalities were in attendance.<\/p>\n

Minister Ramano, at the outset, commended the PIM Limited for being a key partner in the manufacturing sector, specialising in the production of recycled plastic products.<\/p>\n

Underlining the imperative to foster a sustainable environment, he dwelt on the need for companies to understand the importance of Environmental Reporting. According to him, Environmental Reporting will better equip companies to manage their impacts.<\/p>\n

On this score, he underpinned the necessity for a legal and regulatory framework to pave the way for mandatory reporting on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues.<\/p>\n

Mr Ramano also mentioned that the Ministry will formulate a roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders in key sectors on phasing out of plastics including concrete and achievable strategies and actions.<\/p>\n

Regarding initiatives undertaken by the Ministry to address plastic pollution, he referred to the ban on non-biodegradable and single-use of plastic products such as disposable cutlery, plates, bowls, cups, trays and takeaways, as well as plastic bags effective as from 15 January 2022.<\/p>\n

With the implementation of this measure, there has been a shift in the mindset of consumers, manufacturers and retailers towards the use of biodegradable plastic bags and sustainable eco-bags, observed Minister Ramano.<\/p>\n

To achieving better results, \u201cwe need a collective vision and a firm commitment from public authorities and private sector players\u201d, remarked Mr Ramano, adding that the Ministry will do its utmost to encourage the vital transition to more responsible and environmentally-friendly production methods of plastics.<\/p>\n

The Managing Director of the PIM Limited addressed the need to look beyond immediate challenges and to consider long-term opportunities. Mr Corson encouraged the use of less plastic and to favour recyclable materials as well as encourage innovation in alternative solutions.<\/p>\n

According to him, the adoption of a responsible approach to plastics can enhance company’s reputation, drive innovation, attract environmentally conscious customers and create new economic opportunities.<\/p>\n

As for Mr Bathfield, he spoke of the MCB\u2019s commitment to promote a sustainable and dynamic economy. To this end, he referred to the sustainable loan which has been recently launched so as to supporting enterprises in their transition to a low-carbon, more environmentally-friendly business model.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Mauritius. The need for a holistic approach to managing the crisis of plastic pollution for a more sustainable and resilient future and to achieving the transition to a circular economy was highlighted, today, by the Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change, Mr Kavydass Ramano at the l\u2019Aventure du Sucre, Mapou. 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