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Zimmedari’, have inspired household-level recy- evolve together. When industry and society
cling, helping the company recycle over 40% of move in sync, we can create systems that are
cartons distributed in India. sustainable by design, not by exception."
Education, Gupta believes, is the most powerful Gupta echoes that sentiment, “A circular econo-
catalyst for change. “Our ‘Cartons Le Aao, Class- my cannot be achieved by one company alone.
room Banao’ campaign has engaged thousands It’s about collective progress, where innovation
of schoolchildren in Maharashtra, turning used meets accountability, and sustainability becomes
cartons into desks for government schools. It’s a a shared responsibility."
simple yet profound way to teach circular think-
ing early." From rPET bottles and recyclable films to renew-
able cartons and waste-to-resource systems,
The Way Forward: Collaboration as the Cor- PepsiCo India and Tetra Pak South Asia are
nerstone of Circularity proving that packaging can be more than pro-
tective, it can be regenerative. Their efforts mark
Both leaders agree that the transition to a circu- a pivotal shift in how India approaches sustain-
lar economy hinge on collaboration across the ability, blending innovation, inclusion, and circular
value chain from manufacturers and policymak- thinking to create a future where nothing truly
ers to recyclers and consumers.
goes to waste.
As Singh aptly concludes, “For circularity to Source - https://www.news18.com
work, policy, technology, and behaviour must
Tariffs in Plastics Manufacturing: Quantifying
and Mitigating Risks
ariffs on imported plastics, resins, machin- This piece details a structured approach to
ery, or even downstream components quantifying tariff exposure, outlines key mitiga-
Tcan disrupt a plastics manufacturer’s cost tion strategies, and underscores why partnering
structure, profitability, and growth trajectory. As with an investment banking advisor with sector-
global trade tensions persist, effectively mode- specific expertise is critical for success.
ling and mitigating tariff exposure has become a
competitive imperative. The Tariff Context in Plastics Manufacturing
If enacted, recently proposed tariffs will add
Beyond operational measures, the ability to ac-
curately value and protect against tariff-related extra duties to many plastic-related goods en-
risks influences transaction prices in M&A deals, tering the U.S., spanning raw materials, compo-
capital raises, and strategic partnerships. nents and subassemblies, finished parts, as well
as machinery and equipment. These tariffs were
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