Malaysia struggles to halt European plastic waste imports
(www.dw.com)
from MicroWave@lemmy.world to world@lemmy.world on 03 Nov 11:41
https://lemmy.world/post/21583198
from MicroWave@lemmy.world to world@lemmy.world on 03 Nov 11:41
https://lemmy.world/post/21583198
Summary
Malaysia remains the second-largest EU plastic waste importer despite pledges to limit imports. In 2023, EU plastic exports to Malaysia rose by 35%, with over a fifth of 8.5 million tons of waste directed there.
Critics argue EU exports have surged, while Malaysia struggles with inadequate recycling infrastructure, leading to pollution. Stronger regulatory measures are needed to combat illegal waste shipments and ensure proper disposal.
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It’s time the plastic branch is legally made responsible for recycling. Only they can do it. If you make it you are responsible from cradle to grave.
I’ve never understood why this hasn’t been the case since forever. So, you just get to make your profit and others clean your shit for you?
That’s why this has been this way forever—it’s pretty dope for you if you are the one making profit while others clean your shit.
Ah, the “out of sight, out of mind” solution to the plastic waste problem.