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EPA continues to engage stakeholders in proposed single-use plastics ban
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on during May 27 to June 11 2020, engaged some critical stakeholders on the proposed single-use plastics ban. These included: the Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA); executive members of Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA); representatives from Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants and Bars; members of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce (GCC); as well as Chief Executive Officer of the Small Business Bureau.
Prior to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, the EPA conducted a series of consultations with several business stakeholders including supermarkets and importers of single-use plastics. However, due to the COVID-19 restrictions, the Agency has transitioned to hosting virtual consultations on the ban since April 2020. Some of the major concerns emanating from these engagements were relative to the cost and viability of alternatives for the proposed items to be banned; increased education and awareness campaigns targeting the business community; and fiscal incentives to support the local development of alternatives.
The Agency remains committed to ensuring the proposed Single-use Plastics ban adequately captures and addresses the concerns of key stakeholders.
We encourage you to share your recommendations and concerns with us and participate in our public survey made accessible on our social media pages.
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