United Nation Environment Programme Current Affairs, GK & News
New Zealand bans Single-Use Plastic shopping bags
New Zealand has officially banned single-use plastic shopping bags with effect from 1 July 2019. It has also introduced hefty fines for businesses that continue to provide them. As per United Nation Environment Programme (UNEP) more than 80 countries have already introduced similar bans. Key Highlights Background: The Waste Minimisation (Plastic Shopping Bags) Regulations 2018, ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2019
Topics: Ban on single use Plastic • New Zealand bans Plastic Bags • Plastic pollution • United Nation Environment Programme • Waste Minimisation (Plastic Shopping Bags) Regulations 2018