Ahead of a groundbreaking treaty to reduce plastic pollution, a group of independent scientists fear that the United Nations is legitimizing industry-backed proposals such as chemical recycling. ProPublica 19 Sep 2023

An extensive database and resource library focused on plastic legislation that has been passed around the world.

After INC-4, only one meeting is left to agree a global treaty to limit plastics pollution. With festering disagreements surrounding a cap on plastic production, success is far from assured.

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Delegates from 180 nations set out pathway to binding global agreement on tackling plastic pollution as soon as 2025 - Guardian 6 June 2023

Paris, France – Over 150 civil society groups and scientists from around the world, including ethologist, anthropologist and United Nations Messenger of Peace Dr. Jane Goodall, have signed on to an open letter urging the UN to act now

Launch and Panel Discussion to be summarised in preparation for Global Plastics Treaty.

Second round of Global Plastics Treaty negotiations (INC2) is happening in Paris, France on May 29 to June 2, 2023.

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The role of international trade in realizing an inclusive circular economy

by Plastic Solutions Fund - Newsweek 22 June 2023

Rethink Plastic position paper on the PPWP. This will form the basis of our advocacy with the Parliament and Council in the crucial weeks coming up.

On October 31st, 2023 The Ellen MacArthur Foundation released The Global Commitment 2023 Report, determining what progress (if any) the top Fast-Moving Consumer Good brands–or top plastic polluters–are making on plastic packaging. Here are our members' reactions:

The European Union (EU) has warned that other governments’ “delaying tactics” will make it “very difficult” to agree a new global treaty to tackle plastic pollution by the end of this year, as planned.

What might a PET/polyester system look like, if it could combine all circular economy approaches, including reuse, and mechanical and chemical recycling?

The whole thing is a very dangerous manipulation/alienation of the science of plastic

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New report calls for at least 75% reduction of plastics by 2050, reveals dire connection between plastic and climate

NGOs call on EU policymakers to develop ambitious phase out strategies for the harmful plastic

Compare the Swiss approach to Plastics with that of the UK

A production cap could smooth out current and structural market imbalances.
• Slow economic growth will reduce demand for primary plastic polymers.
• New technologies will reduce demand for virgin plastics.
• Volatility and price instability likely will persist under current market conditions.
• Geopolitics and trade will alter supply and demand trends.

6 demands for a health-first reform of Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)

The Geneva Beat Plastic Pollution dialogues aim to facilitate further engagement and discussion among the stakeholders in International Geneva and beyond. In addition, they intend to address the plastic crisis and support coordinated approaches that can lead to more efficient decision making.

Every stage of the plastics cycle reflects different gender-specific experiences and exposures.

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top findings show reuse beats single-use every time

Today, the #BreakFreeFromPlastic movement, Rethink Plastic alliance, Environmental Investigation Agency, Eko, and WeMove have published the results of their joint petition urging the European Union to ban plastic waste exports to both non-OECD and OECD countries.