Question 1

What is PlastiTrack?

Accepted Answer

PlastiTrack is an empirical plastic waste tracking and environmental observability platform designed for students and households to monitor daily consumption against Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) benchmarks and IPCC carbon modeling.

Question 2

What is the CPCB daily plastic consumption benchmark in India?

Accepted Answer

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), average urban per capita plastic consumption in India is approximately 33 grams per day (about 12 kg per year). PlastiTrack benchmarks your daily waste against this standard.

Question 3

How does PlastiTrack calculate plastic carbon footprint?

Accepted Answer

PlastiTrack uses life-cycle emission factors of 2.50 kg CO₂e per kg of virgin polymer to calculate the embodied greenhouse gas emissions of items like PET bottles, LDPE carry bags, HDPE containers, and multilayered snack wrappers.

Question 4

Is PlastiTrack free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, PlastiTrack is 100% free and open-access. It operates client-side first so you can log your plastic usage, view weekly Sunday Reviews, and discover eco swaps without requiring any paid subscription or login.