Revisiting Kenya’s Ban on Plastic Carrier Bags

Authors

  • Elmah Geoffrey University of Nairobi
  • Jane Mutune University of Nairobi

Abstract

Key Messages

  • Revitalize the sisal and cotton industry to provide eco- friendly alternatives and create employment.
  • NEMA should provide sound waste management strategies that promote a circular model of economy which encourages waste recovery.
  • Reduction/removal of taxes on all imports that are aimed at providing healthy and eco- friendly alternatives to the plastics.
  • Integrate public awareness and sensitization sustainable and responsibly consumption through environmental education in national and county development plans.

Author Biographies

Elmah Geoffrey, University of Nairobi

Wangari Maathai Institute for Peace and Environmental Studies,

Jane Mutune, University of Nairobi

Wangari Maathai Institute for Peace and Environmental Studies

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Published

30-05-2020

How to Cite

Geoffrey, E., & Mutune, J. (2020). Revisiting Kenya’s Ban on Plastic Carrier Bags. Kenya Policy Briefs, 1(2), 33–35. Retrieved from https://academia-ke.org/journal/index.php/kpb/article/view/17

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 2 (2020): Kenya Policy Briefs

Section

Series 2 - Social Pillar