Why do we need to “make plastics on behalf of others”？

Why do we need to “make plastics on behalf of others”?

The “Bamboo Replaces Plastic” initiative was proposed based on the increasingly serious plastic pollution problem that threatens human health. According to an assessment report released by the United Nations Environment Program, of the 9.2 billion tons of plastic products produced in the world, about 7 billion tons have become plastic waste, which not only causes serious harm to marine and terrestrial ecology, endangers human health, but also exacerbates global climate change. Variety.

It is urgent to reduce plastic pollution. More than 140 countries around the world have clearly stated relevant plastic ban and restriction policies, and are actively looking for and promoting plastic alternatives. As a green, low-carbon, degradable biomass material, bamboo has great potential in this field.

Why use bamboo?

Bamboo is a precious wealth given to mankind by nature. Bamboo plants grow quickly and are rich in resources. They are low-carbon, renewable and recyclable high-quality materials. Especially with the development of science and technology, the application fields of bamboo are constantly expanding, and it can widely replace plastic products. It has significant ecological, economic and social benefits.

China is the country with the richest varieties of bamboo resources, the longest history of producing bamboo products, and the deepest bamboo culture. According to data released by the “Three Adjustments of Land and Resources”, my country’s existing bamboo forest area exceeds 7 million hectares, and the bamboo industry spans primary, secondary and tertiary industries, including bamboo building materials, bamboo daily necessities, bamboo handicrafts and more than ten categories and tens of thousands of varieties. The “Opinions on Accelerating the Innovative Development of the Bamboo Industry” jointly issued by the National Forestry and Grassland Administration, the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Science and Technology and other ten departments stated that by 2035, the total output value of the national bamboo industry will exceed 1 trillion yuan.