TAIPEI — The island nation of Taiwan is all set to implement a complete ban on plastic by 2030.<br /><br />According to Taiwan's Environmental Protection Administration, the government will limit the use of plastic by implementing a plastic ban in phases, and is encouraging the public to use reusable straws and bags to help combat plastic pollution.<br /><br />Starting later this year, stores are to be prohibited from providing in-store customers with single-use straws.<br /><br />In 2020, stores will face fines if they provide customers with disposable utensils. Stores will also be restricted from providing plastic straws for take-outs.<br /><br />Customers could choose to purchase plastic straws or bags if they are willing to pay extra to the store till 2025.<br /><br />By the year 2030, Taiwan's plastic ban will be fully implemented, with stores completely banned from providing any plastic bags, disposable utensils, plastic cups, bottles and straws.
