MoM raises awareness about harmful effects of plastic bags
Doha
The Ministry of Municipality, represented by Al Khor and Al Thakhira Municipality, organised an awareness event on the occasion of International Plastic Bag Free Day, which falls on July 3 of each year. The event was held in cooperation with Al Meera Consumer Goods Company and Al Rayan Bank as part of the ministry's ongoing efforts to reduce the use of plastic bags.
In a statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Municipality explained that the event aimed to highlight the harmful effects of plastic bags on the environment and encourage community members to adopt environmentally friendly alternatives, in support of national efforts to achieve sustainability and preserve natural resources for future generations.
The Ministry of Municipality, represented by the Health Control Departments in all municipalities, has been implementing Ministerial Resolution No. 143 of 2022 regarding the regulations governing the use of plastic bags since November 15, 2022. This resolution prohibits institutions, companies, and shopping centres from using single-use plastic bags and encourages the use of biodegradable and environmentally friendly alternatives.
The ministerial resolution issued in mid-June complements the ministry's efforts to codify the legislative system related to solid waste management.
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