SEPA takes action against illegal plastic recyclers

SEPA deputy director says that using unscientific methods to recycle plastic is hazardous for health

KARACHI: On the directives of Adviser to Sindh Chief Minister on Law, Environment and Coastal Development Barrister Murtaza Wahab, a Sindh Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) team carried out raids against illegal plastic recyclers and zinc oxide manufacturers in Sher Shah.

The operation was led by SEPA Deputy Director Waris Ali Gabol and West District assistant commissioner. The SEPA team sealed numerous factories during the crackdown.

Speaking on the issue, SEPA deputy director said that using unscientific methods to recycle plastic and manufacture zinc oxide is hazardous for the environment as well as for human health.

Published in The Express Tribune, October 23^rd, 2019.