• Rethinking Plastic and Waste Management

  • Oct 15 2024
  • Length: 39 mins
  • Podcast

Rethinking Plastic and Waste Management

  • Summary

  • In this episode of Cool it Down, we dive deep into the critical connection between plastic and climate change, exploring the long-lasting impact of plastic on the environment, particularly the dangers of single-use plastics. We discuss strategies like reducing, reusing, and recycling plastic, while examining the role of governments, consumers, and businesses in adopting alternatives.


    RJ Sayema speaks to Matthew Jose, founder and CEO of Paperman who shares insights on waste management and recycling, including how his company helps brands reduce plastic use through an Extended Producer Responsibility initiative. He also addresses the economic value of recycling, the importance of better waste management infrastructure, and the challenges of tackling landfill waste.


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    Host: RJ Sayema

    Created by: BBC Media Action India

    Supported by: U.S. Department of State

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