Policy Brief

Overview Bangladesh faces a severe plastic pollution crisis, fueled by a rapid increase in plastic consumption and inadequate waste management infrastructure. The country’s per capita plastic use has tripled in the last 15 years, with urban areas experiencing even higher consumption rates. Despite existing regulations like the ban on thin plastic shopping bags in 2002 and the Jute Packaging Act of 2010, plastic waste continues to accumulate in landfills, waterways, and the Ba

Introduction Dhaka, along with the rest of Bangladesh, faces a critical pollution crisis that demands immediate and decisive action. Air and plastic pollution are severely impacting public health, the environment, and the economy. While the government has taken some steps to address these issues, a lack of effective implementation, insufficient monitoring, and a fragmented waste management system have hindered progress. This policy brief outlines key recommendations for the M