Good Practices in Italy

Ventotene and Santo Stefano plastic free islands

In June 2019, a trade union order was published by the mayor of Ventotene and Santo Stefano to reduce the abandonment and dispersion of plastic waste, reduce polluting emissions and environmental risks. In force since June 15, the ordinance provides that disposable take-away bags in non-biodegradable and / or compostable material will no longer be distributed; that are distributed / sold ...

The island of Capri has become plastic free

Starting from 2019 May XNUMX, the island of Capri has become plastic free, thanks to an order signed by the mayor. The provision, valid throughout the municipal area, including the beaches and the entire coastal strip, obliges the use, possession, marketing and import of disposable products for food use in biodegradable and compostable material (cutlery, plates, glasses , trays, ...