PRSI Expo 2024: Celebrating Plastics Recycling Achievements

The Plastics Recycling Awards India are set to recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements across the Indian plastics recycling industry at the upcoming PRSI Expo 2024. The awards ceremony, slated to be held on 5th December 2024 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Mumbai during the globally renowned Plastics Recycling Show 2024, promises to highlight the most innovative and impactful developments in recycled material usage, product design, and manufacturing.

This prestigious event offers an exclusive platform to showcase the latest advancements in the plastics recycling industry. Finalists will be prominently featured in a dedicated area at the Plastics Recycling Show India, with winners in various categories announced during the ceremony. This occasion promises unparalleled recognition for leaders and pioneers driving innovation and sustainability in the plastics recycling sector.

Mr. Taher Patrawala, Managing Director, Media Fusion, said “The first Plastics Recycling Show India (PRSI) awards are designed to honor the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations in the plastics recycling sector. The Indian plastics industry is particularly noteworthy for its steadfast commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Significant advancements in sustainable packaging materials, recycling technologies, and biodegradable polymers are driving positive change within the industry. This focus on sustainability not only aligns with global environmental goals but also presents a golden opportunity for young entrepreneurs and startups to innovate with eco-friendly solutions. Receiving an award not only sets a benchmark for excellence but also offers invaluable recognition. Companies that utilize awards to assess and enhance their performance often outpace their competitors, gaining a substantial advantage from the prestige that comes with winning.”

The categories for this year's awards include Recycled Plastic Product, Recycled Plastic Packaging Product, Plastics Recycling Company, Plastics Recycling Ambassador, Best Community Effort for Recycling, and Technology and Innovation. Each category is designed to highlight specific aspects of the industry, from product innovation to community initiatives. For instance, the Recycled Plastic Product category awards products designed for commercial or domestic use that exhibit innovation, sustainability, and environmental impact. The Recycled Plastic Packaging Product category is dedicated to packaging products incorporating recycled content, focusing on design innovation, resource consciousness, reusability, and end-of-life solutions.

The Plastics Recycling Company category recognizes companies demonstrating outstanding operation, innovation, and management in recycling practices and sustainable growth, encouraging participation from all types and sizes of plastic recycling facilities. The Plastics Recycling Ambassador award celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to the Indian plastics recycling industry, including professionals, politicians, civil servants, NGO activists, and dedicated citizens.

The Best Community Effort for Recycling category acknowledges local community initiatives that have successfully implemented projects or introduced new recycling systems, resulting in significant advancements in plastics recycling. The Technology and Innovation category honors companies that have introduced, developed, or applied innovative technologies in recycling, focusing on the tangible benefits gained through these technological advancements and their impact on the industry. Each category has specific criteria, ensuring that the best practices and innovations are recognized and celebrated.

The key deadlines for entries and nominations are set for September 20, 2024. 

The Indian Plastics Recycling Industry, with a market size of 9.9 million tons in 2023 and expected to reach 23.7 million tons in 2032, is a growing segment. With constant developments in recycling technologies and policies, it is an industry that is rapidly influencing the country’s sustainability goals. The PRSI Expo 2024 will be a vital platform for discussing the future of this dynamic industry, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, and fostering collaborations that drive sustainable development.