This Act establishes a framework within which the County Government of Baringo shall conserve and protect the environment and natural resources of the County from the use and disposal of plastic and polythene material, It also provides for a system for the management and disposal of plastic and polythene waste and encourages recycling and re-use of plastic and polythene packaging materials. Every person wishing to manufacture, import, sell or use, in the County, any plastic or polythene packaging material shall first establish and put in place a plastics and polythene waste disposal management system as may be approved by the County Environmental Chief Officer and shall obtain an authorization from such officer. The Act also: declares that a clean and healthy environment is a right of every resident of Baringo County; assigns the County government the duty and responsibility to protect and conserve the environment and natural resources of the County for the benefit of the people; and provides for public participation in environment protection.
Kenya · 2014-07-17