Calling for a Global Plastics TreatyCalling for a Global Plastics Treaty

Calling for a Global Plastics Treaty

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Plastic is all around us; it’s in our homes, in our clothes, and lately, it is even entering our bodies...

As much as we can do as individuals to stop our consumption, recycling systems cannot cope with the sheer amount of plastic waste produced. Ultimately, it ends up in landfills, exported or incinerated. The solution is clear, we need to transition from single-use to reuse systems and do this fast.

Governments and big brands need to take action and you can help put pressure on them by demanding an ambitious and strong global plastics treaty that will cut plastic production and use.

At the United Nations Environmental Assembly in March 2022, governments officially adopted a mandate opening negotiations for a global, legally-binding plastics treaty to address the whole lifecycle of plastics.

We are now at the final stage to reach this goal, with the last negotiations of the treaty scheduled for November 2024. Is it all doomed or can we still save ourselves from plastics? Dive into our selection of content to learn more and get inspired to solve this issue.

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UPCYCLE: The story of ANYBAG

UPCYCLE: The story of ANYBAG

A short documentary film that follows a NYC-based company on its journey to eliminate plastic waste from the city one plastic bag at a time.

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Upcycle your plastic waste

Upcycle your plastic waste

Dive into the Precious Plastic Universe and learn about the alternative plastic recycling system run by people around the planet.

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Scaling refill and return

Scaling refill and return

In this episode of the Circular Economy Show, learn about how we can scale refill and return solutions for a more circular future, as well as the critical role of design in reusable packaging.

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Designing out plastic pollution

Designing out plastic pollution

We must change how we design, use, and reuse plastics. Learn more about the solutions and watch the film narrated by Sir David Attenborough.

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A deeper dive into plastics pollution

A deeper dive into plastics pollution

Arm yourself with a wealth of knowledge about plastic, including the problems, solutions and alternatives.

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Watch the explainer

Watch the explainer

We need a Global Plastics Treaty that can enforce policies and effectively reduce the production and use of plastic. Check out this film from Greenpeace to learn more.

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Demand a Global Plastics Treaty

Demand a Global Plastics Treaty

A strong global plastics treaty will keep oil and gas used to produce plastic in the ground and stop big polluters with their relentless plastic production. A strong plastics treaty will deliver a cleaner, safer planet for us and future generations.

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