India - Norway Marine Pollution Initiative

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Ocean Plastic Turned Into An Opportunity In Circular Economy

(2018-2023)

Plastic recovery in local resource and energy intensive industries (REIIs) in selected countries prevents release of plastic into ocean.

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Indian workshops and 7 Pilots conducted in India

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Regional Forum in Bangkok in October 2022

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1 book, 4 book chapters and 13 articles published

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Pilots conducted in China (3), Vietnam (4), India (7), Thailand (1) and Philippines (1)

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Master thesis in India in 2020 and 2021

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MOUs signed with Indian private sector

Outcome

OPTOCE will Investigate involvement of energy intensive industries (cement, manufacturing) to increase the treatment capacity for Non- Recyclable Plastic Wastes in 5 Asian countries (China, India, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam) in the region. 

In line with this objective, the expected outcomes of the interventions are:
  • Plastic recovery contributes to improved resource efficiency and circular economy,
  • Private sector’s involvement and performance in environmentally sound waste management is improved,
  • Awareness about the need for sound plastic waste management are strengthened in the partner countries.

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Dr. Kåre Helge Karstensen

Chief Scientist and Programme Manager, OPTOCE

EMAIL: khk@sintef.no

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