DOI: https://doi.org/10.63345/ijrmp.v11.i11.1
Anuja Sengupta
Independent Researcher
Tripura, India
Abstract
The pharmaceutical industry faces mounting pressure to integrate sustainability into its operational practices. Packaging, which is essential for product protection and compliance, has evolved into a significant contributor to environmental waste. This study investigates the role of sustainable practices in reducing pharmaceutical packaging waste. The research highlights strategies such as eco‐design, material optimization, recycling initiatives, and supply chain modifications to minimize waste generation. An extensive literature review reveals that companies integrating sustainable practices have achieved measurable reductions in waste while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. A statistical analysis of data from multiple case studies indicates that the adoption of green practices has reduced packaging waste by as much as 30% in certain contexts. The manuscript also discusses the methodological approach adopted to assess the sustainability impact and presents results that support the hypothesis that sustainable practices are critical in mitigating environmental degradation. Finally, the study offers insights into future research directions and policy implications for a greener pharmaceutical sector.
Keywords
Sustainability; Pharmaceutical Packaging; Waste Reduction; Eco‐design; Green Supply Chain; Recycling
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