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The World Environment Day 2025 theme of “Beat Plastic Pollution” highlights an escalating environmental crisis. India is now among the top producers of plastic waste globally, generates approximately 9 million tons annually—accounting for nearly one-fifth of the global total. Plastic waste reduction and waste management are a high priority for EY, which is a trusted advisor in sustainability transformation.
Supporting enterprises, the government, and the citizens in #beatplasticpollution, the firm’s solutions range from supply chains to circular economy, sustainable design and much more. At EY, we are committed to driving sustainable practices with scalable impact and our initiatives aim to innovate, influence policy, and inspire behavior change across the value chain. Together, we can create a cleaner, greener future for generations to come.
Key takeaways
- Increased adoption of circular economy is based on reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover through products designed for longer lifespans, innovations in recycled plastic, and more.
- By developing innovative solutions, EY guides organizations in embedding sustainable design and reimagining packaging and operations.
- Our approach in future-proofing supply chains includes green procurement, traceability, and life-cycle assessments to optimize and secure supply chains.
- To effectively combat plastic pollution, we advocate for collective action across all sectors, from boardrooms to supply chains.
Millions and millions of tonnes of plastic waste are generated each year. We try to drive circular economy model and help the planet.
Only 9% of plastic is recycled globally. Plastics circularity is possible but needs innovation, strong policy, and behavior change across the value chain. Unless we act now, our oceans will hold more plastics than life.
We guide organizations embed circularity and embed sustainable design — reimagining packaging and operations.
We are not just optimizing supply chains, we are future-proofing them through green procurement, traceability, and life-cycle assessments. We are helping businesses unlock value and lead with purpose.
Packaging innovation and recycling are at the heart of beating plastic pollution. Through our circular economy solution, we enable smarter, cleaner choices.
Our focus is on scalable impact — aligning innovation, regulation, and client ambition to drive real change.
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