Core Insights - The province of Hainan has implemented a comprehensive "plastic ban" for five years, resulting in the handling of 39,000 cases related to plastic restrictions and the confiscation of nearly 200 million prohibited plastic products [1] - The total production and sales of biodegradable products in Hainan reached 27,600 tons with a value of 427 million yuan, marking year-on-year increases of 23.29% and 19.92% respectively [1] - The next phase will transition from "banning plastics" to "managing plastics," focusing on source reduction and establishing a comprehensive recycling and utilization system for plastic waste [2] Group 1 - Hainan has achieved significant milestones in its "plastic ban" initiative, including legislation, local standards, and a traceability management platform for biodegradable products [1] - The province plans to develop a "plastic management" work plan to enhance the governance of plastic pollution across its entire lifecycle, from production to disposal [2] - The initiative aims to promote green practices in various sectors, including encouraging the use of alternative products and implementing green packaging in the logistics industry [2] Group 2 - Hainan will foster a collaborative environment for plastic pollution management by enhancing public awareness and promoting green consumption [3] - The province encourages industries to sign commitment letters and establish monitoring systems to promote self-regulation [3] - Community involvement in public actions against plastic pollution will be encouraged to create a societal consensus on the importance of plastic waste management [3]

Core Viewpoint - Hainan Province has made significant progress in its plastic ban initiative over the past five years, establishing a unique and replicable plastic pollution management system, and plans to upgrade from "plastic ban" to "plastic governance" in the future [3][10]. Legislative and Regulatory Framework - Hainan was the first in China to implement regulations banning single-use non-degradable plastic products on December 1, 2020, with a revision scheduled for September 27, 2024 [3][10]. - The province has created a comprehensive set of local standards for biodegradable plastics and established a traceability management platform for biodegradable products [3][10]. Industry Development - Hainan has developed a nascent biodegradable materials industry, with annual production capacities of 60,000 tons for raw materials, 34,500 tons for modified materials, 57,100 tons for film bags, and 45,000 tons for dining utensils [4][11]. - As of November, the total production and sales of biodegradable products reached 27,600 tons, with a total output value of 427 million yuan, reflecting year-on-year growth of 23.29% and 19.92%, respectively [4][11]. Enforcement and Compliance - The province has established a national key laboratory for the quality safety evaluation and research of degradable materials, and has processed 39,635 cases related to the plastic ban, seizing nearly 200 million banned plastic products [6][13]. - Hainan has implemented a multi-department joint enforcement mechanism and enhanced regulatory efficiency through digital tools, including a port inspection system [14]. Economic Support and Market Integration - Over the past five years, Hainan has organized more than 300 supply-demand matching activities to facilitate procurement for businesses, and has invested 23 million yuan to support the plastic ban in agricultural markets [7][14].