Guinea: 'Go Green and Go Thirsty' - Guinea's Plastic Ban Clashes With Need for Safe Water

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Reversal of plastic ban prioritizes short-term water access over environmental goals, creating net negative impact. | The initial plastic ban was a positive step for environmental protection, aligning with multiple SDGs and planetary boundaries. However, its reversal due to the lack of safe water alternatives creates a significant ethical dilemma, prioritizing immediate public health needs over long-term ecological goals. The inconsistency in policy enforcement undermines trust in regulatory fra