In this episode of The Midpoint, we dive into the global issue of plastic and explore its impact on our lives and the environment. This episode is special because we have two guests, each one with a unique perspective: Joel Tasche, the co-founder of CleanHub based in Europe, and Lakshmi Menon, a member of the Clean Hub team based in India. Lakshmi, who works closely with informal waste workers in India, shares her journey into waste management. Her organization focuses on integrating informal waste workers into formal systems, recognizing their contribution as a recognized workforce. She highlights the challenges of managing waste in a rapidly growing country like India and the need for cleaner cities. Joel's passion for tackling plastic pollution stems from his personal experiences as a surfer and traveler. He recounts encounters with plastic pollution in various parts of the world, sparking his curiosity and gradually transforming his annoyance into a purpose. In this thought-provoking episode, Rico, Joel, and Lakshmi discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with plastic waste management, offering diverse perspectives from Europe and India. Tune in to explore how we can collectively work towards reducing plastic usage and creating a cleaner, more sustainable future.

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