The European Union (EU) is committed to dealing with plastic waste. At the moment, all the 28 EU members have agreed that there is need to eliminate the use of plastic items such as polystyrene containers used in food and drinks, plastic cutlery, and straws by 2021. Note that the 10 items which are to be banned account for almost 70 percent of marine litter in Europe.
The single-use plastic ban proposal which is awaiting the approval of the European Parliament and Council will see member states being given a 2-year time frame for implementation. The ban is expected to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide emission by more than 3 million tons and the EU will save more than 22 billion Euros.
The EU is setting a clear environmental rule. The 10-item single-use plastic containers are normally found washed-up in the seas as well as beaches around Europe. As a trendsetter, the union has set tailored measures to ensure that the ban produces the best results. This means that there will be different measures for different plastic products.
Plastic producers will be required to design, label, and have a clear waste management plan. In addition to that, the producers will be required to raise environmental awareness about the use of plastics. Note that the key players in the industry will be provided with incentives which are required for the production of environmentally-friendly alternatives.
Although the plastic ban measure is going to affect some businesses negatively, its still vital and will pave way for new businesses. Furthermore, the plastic industry will continue to thrive because strict recycling and reuse measures will be implemented. Overall, this is going to produce new job opportunities, increase competition, and promote innovation.
There are various challenges which still make the use of single use plastic difficult, more than 250 organizations have fully committed themselves to tackle the plastic waste hazard. The organizations have formed a project that is called the “Alliance to end_ plastic waste” with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation being the key organizer. This alliance will bring about 30 multinationals together with the aim of finding a long-term plastic solution and how the industry’s parameters can be reset.
Double Wall Paper Cups
They are normally coated with PE or PLA. Scyphus double wall printable paper cups are the most sought-after thanks to their unique design as well as their application. They are also known as the takeaway coffee cups thanks to the quality extra barrier which promotes insulation.
Compostable Paper Cups are what Scyphus believes would change the way consumable single use packaging is to be like in the future. These are biodegradable printed paper cups which are 100 percent compostable. They are normally coated with PLA and have an eco-friendly design. Compostable Paper Cups’ texture and print in addition to strength are considered premium.