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Break Free From Plastic members and allies are renowned experts on plastic pollution across the plastic supply chain, providing rich perspectives on the issue. As a result, the movement has collectively commented on high-profile media stories and published countless reports, research, training, campaigns, and more. 

Currently, there is a historic opportunity to keep putting plastic pollution issues at the forefront of traditional and digital media, and journalists, media professionals, and content creators play a unique role in keeping the momentum. 

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Corporate Accountability, News

What is a ‘Sachet Economy' and Why Is It Problematic for Plastic Waste Reduction?

June 23, 2025 | Break Free From Plastic

Across many low-income countries, single-use sachets have become a staple of everyday life. But what is a sachet, exactly? 
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News, Policy

Could the Global Plastics Treaty End Plastic Pollution?

June 23, 2025 | Break Free From Plastic

Unlike waste management-focused efforts, the Global Plastics Treaty is an opportunity to take a more comprehensive approach to the plastic crisis.
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Corporate Accountability, News, Real Solutions

Recycling Won't Save Us — Plastic Production is the Real Problem

June 16, 2025 | Break Free From Plastic

The sheer scale of plastic production, particularly of single-use items, has outpaced waste management capacities, making recycling inadequate as a solution. Most plastic waste is either incinerated, landfilled, or leaked into the environment. If we were to tackle plastic pollution effectively, we must resolve it at the source.
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Indonesia’s Ban on Importing Plastic Waste Met With Cautious Optimism From Campaigners

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Gujarat: World Bank Withdraws $40 Million Funding for Waste-to-Energy Plants Amid Community Backlash

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Reuse study tour seeks to popularize reuse, refill vs single-use plastics

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Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution

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Time to End ‘Waste Colonialism’ Through a Global Plastics Treaty

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Report raises concern on India’s reliance on single-use plastics; cites study to support reuse systems

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