Although there are already steps to curb pollution by reducing the use of plastics, it is reaching a new stage in the New Year by the ban on single-use plastic products. Many substitutes for plastic bags and plastic containers will hit the market. Such initiatives are emerging in different parts of Ernakulam district. Here are some examples:
Moncie Joseph, who runs the pallet manufacturing unit at Pambakkuda, said that although there is widespread cultivation in the districts of Kozhikode, Kannur and Malappuram, no one is interested in mining. Kerala is a major tourist attraction from various parts of Karnataka, including Mangalore. When the load arrives in Kerala, including vehicle rental and other expenses, the investment will increase.
Between January and June, the layer is suitable for vessel making. After this, most of the hatches will be thick. This layer is highly susceptible to breakage during processing. Dry the well and soak it in water for half an hour. After this, the vessel is cleaned in soap solution and heated in a hydraulic machine at 100 ° C. The Pampakuda unit produces 13 different types of utensils, ranging from multi-plate to curry bowl. Each item is priced from Rs 4 to Rs 11, said Monsi Joseph.
The leaf pathway
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This is not a return to antiquity, but a change that demands new times. What’s wrong with the use of teak and caramel in fish stalls, the main source of plastic waste. The Save Vengur Forum is proposing the idea of using plentiful leaves as an alternative to packing in the eastern part of the Ernakulam district.
Once upon a time, fish and meat were wrapped in leaves. The implementation of the proposal could reduce the amount of plastic waste by half. The fish and fish stalls are the main source of low quality plastic carry bags.
The use of teak, bamboo and banana leaves, which are easily available in the areas of Vengur and Kompanad, which are adjacent to forest areas in the East, can reduce plastic waste. Farmers can earn extra income by utilizing these resources which are available in agriculture.
Banana is used to feed some hotels. But this is not widespread. If the meat and fish are wrapped in teak and betel, plastic can be thrown out. The Save Vengur Forum has submitted a memorandum to the Local Self Government and Health Ministers stating this information.
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Instead of plastics, the pouch is used by the Go Green Institute at Marottikodi, which has spunbonded material and food grade plastic for less than 30%. Existing plastic bags contain up to 70% harmful synthetic fabrics. The manufacturer said the new product falls into the category of technical textiles.
It is 100% soluble in soil. Can be used for long periods of time without damage. The suppliers will take this money back from the merchandise companies and re-assemble it through rebuilding. There are several bags of different sizes. It is priced at Rs 130 per kg. The size of the current small plastic carry bag is around $ 1.25 per bag. Go Green owner Mannamkudi Janardhanan said that there are people who buy the material from various places and make the bags in small houses and sell them.
‘Friend’ Sanches in the Mahila Mandiram
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‘Snehitha’ paper and cloth bag manufacturing unit at Champakkara Mahila Mandiram led by Kochi Municipal Council
How many people know that the khadi board and the major garment companies in Kochi utilize paper bags made by Kudubasree activists of the 50th division of the Kochi municipality. Behind it is a group of inmates of the Champakkara Mahila Mandiram named ‘Snehitha’. Kudumbasree workers who are trained are also called when the order is high, Mahila Mandiram Superintendent SR. Said Beena. The unit, including a screen printer, was set up a year ago by Kochi Corporation at a cost of Rs 6 lakh. The unit is running at a profit even though the flood-season is a bit dim. Orders from other units are also accepted. The inmates of the building work for 20–25 people and produce 750–800 bags per day. There is also a cloth bag. Available in various sizes and designs. 0484 2303664.