From a global perspective, what are the successful experiences and failures of the ban on plastics in various countries?

First, plastic production around the world has become a $993.9 billion (2021, business research company) industry, using polymers and resins as raw materials for packaging, films and sheets, foam products, plastic bottles and all other household and industrial plastic products. In 2020 alone, global plastic production will reach 367 million tons.

Secondly, since plastics involve all levels of production, distribution and consumption, and consumers are accustomed to using single-use plastic products, the plastic ban is easier said than done. For example, Bangladesh, the first country to propose a plastic ban, has only implemented a small amount of fines after 2006, and the problem of plastic bags and plastic particles blocking sewers is still unsolved. A similar situation is Morocco. After the plastic ban in 2017, Morocco’s major supermarkets have launched paid plastic bags that can be used multiple times, but there are very few willing buyers. Most people still use disposable plastic bags.

In stark contrast is France, where French scientists and companies have introduced new plastic bags, plastic straws using potato starch and corn starch, and the promotion of DuPont paper products, led by major retailers, which have made plastic products available in the past 10 years. significantly reduced.

In Japan and South Korea, they have noticed the application of DuPont paper as early as 20 years ago. Both countries vigorously promote the use of DuPont paper. DuPont paper products can be seen everywhere in both countries. Japan and South Korea are currently the global leader in advocating environmentally friendly products. Country, with great forward-looking in practicality and design.

In Rwanda, strict legislation has been passed, and the president has taken the lead in cleaning up white garbage. Rwandan residents are required to perform "voluntary labor" to clean up the streets every week. Even products that are shipped into Rwanda must be unpacked at the customs office, unless the unpacking meeting will be conducted. Caused product damage, meanwhile, "biodegradable bags" with a half-life of one year are widely used in Rwanda.

It can be seen that the effective implementation of the ban on plastics depends on the improvement of people's awareness and technological progress, and there are enough cheap and high-quality alternatives. DuPont paper is a very good choice at present.