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BFFP Global Plastics Treaty

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The world demands an ambitious global treaty to end the age of plastic

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On March 2, 2022, the United Nations approved a landmark agreement to create the world’s first-ever global plastics pollution treaty, adopted upon the conclusion of the resumed fifth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA 5.2).

The mandate, titled “End plastic pollution: Towards an international legally binding instrument,” sets the stage for governments to negotiate a comprehensive and legally binding treaty that will cover measures along the entire life cycle of plastic. In addition, the mandate will serve to guide the development of the treaty itself, which an International Negotiating Committee (INC) will be tasked with drafting by the end of 2024.

As countries enter the negotiation phase towards a global plastics treaty, the pressure from civil society will be instrumental to ensure that:

• The ambition of the mandate is preserved and made tangible
• The process includes meaningful and diverse public participation
• The resulting treaty creates more equitable systems to both prevent and stop plastic pollution.

The first Intergovernmental Negotiation Committee meeting took place in Punta del Este, Uruguay, at the end of 2022 and ended with a mix of high and low points. Now, dozens of BFFP members are expected to attend the meeting INC-2 at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris from May 27th to June 2nd, 2023. Follow #PlasticsTreaty for updates.

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Studies have shown that plastic has been found everywhere; not only in ecosystems and the atmosphere, but also in the food we eat, the water we drink, and even inside of our bodies.

Plastic is a growing crisis for the environment, human health, human rights, biodiversity, and the climate — global actions to address it are urgently needed. The #PlasticsTreaty is an opportunity to get it right. It has the potential to be one of the most significant environmental agreements in history.

Call on your governments to let them know that we need strong and effective #PlasticsTreaty that meaningfully addresses all aspects of the #PlasticsCrisis. #INC2 #BreakFreeFromPlastic #BeatPlasticPollution #PlasticsINC

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SIGN petitions

Together, we can push for change. Sign the petitions below demanding for an ambitious legally-binding global #PlasticsTreaty.
Petition for Individual Sign-on
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Civil Society & Stakeholder Call to Action Petition for Organization Sign-on
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Scientists’ Declaration
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BFFP Youth Statement on the Global Plastics Treaty
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Learn and Educate

Knowledge is key in our fight to end plastic pollution. Check out the UNEA and Global Plastics Treaty resources below.

CIEL's Towards a Global Treaty to End Plastic Pollution

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BFFP Corporate Brief for INC-2

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Comparison Table on the Potential Resolutions on Plastic Pollution

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GAIA's INC-2 Briefing

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Defining plastic products, materials and polymers: a proposal

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How the Plastic Pollution Resolution relates to chemicals and health

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Waste pickers’ delegation attend UNEA for the first time and demand to be included in negotiations of the international treaty on plastics

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Convention on Plastic Pollution – Essential Elements – Production

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Convention on Plastic Pollution – Essential Elements – Finance

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Convention on Plastic Pollution – Essential Elements: Reuse

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  • Report (and Executive Summary)

    Is net zero enough for the materials production sector?

    by Zero Waste Europe
    When considering the urgency of reducing GHG emissions there is a possibility that, despite the aims of the net zero pathways, the cumulative carbon emissions budget will be exceeded. This is due to the risks associated with deploying unproven technologies in some sectors – namely, plastics, aluminium, iron & steel, cement & concrete. This report by Zero Waste Europe and Eunomia allocated a risk factor associated with each intervention and quantified how this influences the likelihood of overshooting the remaining carbon budget. It also attempted to determine whether the overshoot can be reduced by accelerating the adoption model deployed for technological interventions
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  • Background paper

    Plastic Treaty – transparency requirement for chemicals constituents in plastic is a must

    by HEJSupport, SSNC, groundWorkSA
    Despite the importance of addressing chemical contamination caused by plastic, information about chemicals in plastic is not disclosed. Lack of transparency for the chemical composition of plastics undermines plastic management to reduce pollution. In this publication, HEJSupport, SSNC and groundWorkSA discuss the urgency of chemical information transparency in plastics and ways to address it within and outside the value chain and throughout the plastic lifecycle. We argue that disclosing chemical constituents in plastic contributes to plastic pollution reduction, resource efficiency via toxic-free circular economy and promotes the public right to know.
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  • Set of Principles

    Key Principles for a plastic treaty

    by IPEN
    IPEN believes that an understanding of the following three principles will be foundational for a Plastics Treaty that addresses the human health and climate threats from plastics throughout their lifecycle, and for promoting alternatives that truly meet the needs of a circular economy.
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#breakfreefromplastic allies and members are calling
for a global #PlasticsTreaty, see what they’re saying online:

#plasticstreaty

On 26 May 2023, the National Hawker Federation (NHF) from India, celebrated International Hawker`s Day. As the hawker/street vendor economy relies heavily on small scale distribution, they are often blamed for selling single-use plastics. However, they merely sell what corporations produce and circulate in the market.

Knowing the impact of #plasticpollution, leaders from NHF pledge their support for a global #PlasticsTreaty, in the hopes it can tackle issues at the root, and apply equally to corporations.

#PlasticsTreaty #PlasticsINC #BeatPlasticPollution #BreakFreeFromPlastic #BreakFreeFromPlastic

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On 26 May 2023, the National Hawker Federation (NHF) from India, celebrated International Hawker's Day. As the hawker/street vendor economy relies heavily on small scale distribution, they are often blamed for selling single-use plastics. However, they merely sell what corporations produce and circulate in the market. Knowing the impact of #plasticpollution, leaders from NHF pledge their support for a global #PlasticsTreaty, in the hopes it can tackle issues at the root, and apply equally to corporations. #PlasticsTreaty #PlasticsINC #BeatPlasticPollution #BreakFreeFromPlastic #BreakFreeFromPlastic

On 26 May 2023, the National Hawker Federation (NHF) from India, celebrated International Hawker`s Day. As the hawker/street vendor economy relies heavily on small scale distribution, they are often blamed for selling single-use plastics. However, they merely sell what corporations produce and circulate in the market.

Knowing the impact of #plasticpollution, leaders from NHF pledge their support for a global #PlasticsTreaty, in the hopes it can tackle issues at the root, and apply equally to corporations.

#PlasticsTreaty #PlasticsINC #BeatPlasticPollution #BreakFreeFromPlastic #BreakFreeFromPlastic ...

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One lump or a billion?

Researchers at McGill University found that a single PLA tea bag can release around 11.6 billion microplastic particles, and 3.1 billion even smaller nanoplastic particles, into the cup.

Other tea brands that use plastic in their teabags include: Tazo, Teavana, Peets, Starbucks, Celestial Seasonings, Tea Forte, Harney & Sons, Nerada, Ito En, Lipton, and Aldi. Other tea brands did pretty well. Traditional Medicinals, Pukka, Numi, Yogi Tea, and Teapigs are all plastic-free.Apr 15, 2021

#PlasticsTreaty

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One lump or a billion? Researchers at McGill University found that a single PLA tea bag can release around 11.6 billion microplastic particles, and 3.1 billion even smaller nanoplastic particles, into the cup. Other tea brands that use plastic in their teabags include: Tazo, Teavana, Peets, Starbucks, Celestial Seasonings, Tea Forte, Harney & Sons, Nerada, Ito En, Lipton, and Aldi. Other tea brands did pretty well. Traditional Medicinals, Pukka, Numi, Yogi Tea, and Teapigs are all plastic-free.Apr 15, 2021 #PlasticsTreaty

One lump or a billion?

Researchers at McGill University found that a single PLA tea bag can release around 11.6 billion microplastic particles, and 3.1 billion even smaller nanoplastic particles, into the cup.

Other tea brands that use plastic in their teabags include: Tazo, Teavana, Peets, Starbucks, Celestial Seasonings, Tea Forte, Harney & Sons, Nerada, Ito En, Lipton, and Aldi. Other tea brands did pretty well. Traditional Medicinals, Pukka, Numi, Yogi Tea, and Teapigs are all plastic-free.Apr 15, 2021

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Regulation isn`t sexy, but it sure is effective.

After an underwhelming start to the plastics treaty negotiations in Paris last week, there was a glimmer of hope as Nation-state representatives took the first concrete step toward a legally binding treaty to regulate plastic.

And on this World Oceans Day, we hope those representatives have the health of our oceans front of mind as they develop their first draft for November of what could become the first global treaty to curb plastic pollution.

If this is going to work, Governments worldwide will need to set consistent rules that all companies have to follow.

As Eirik Lindebjerg, a policy manager at WWF, said in last weekend`s Saturday Paper, "We know which mechanisms work [global regulations] and which don`t work [voluntary targets]. We don`t need to reinvent the wheel... we don`t have the right to fail.`

#WorldOceansDay #PlasticsTreaty #PlasticFree

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Regulation isn't sexy, but it sure is effective. After an underwhelming start to the plastics treaty negotiations in Paris last week, there was a glimmer of hope as Nation-state representatives took the first concrete step toward a legally binding treaty to regulate plastic. And on this World Oceans Day, we hope those representatives have the health of our oceans front of mind as they develop their first draft for November of what could become the first global treaty to curb plastic pollution. If this is going to work, Governments worldwide will need to set consistent rules that all companies have to follow. As Eirik Lindebjerg, a policy manager at WWF, said in last weekend's Saturday Paper, "We know which mechanisms work [global regulations] and which don't work [voluntary targets]. We don't need to reinvent the wheel... we don't have the right to fail.' #WorldOceansDay #PlasticsTreaty #PlasticFree

Regulation isn`t sexy, but it sure is effective.

After an underwhelming start to the plastics treaty negotiations in Paris last week, there was a glimmer of hope as Nation-state representatives took the first concrete step toward a legally binding treaty to regulate plastic.

And on this World Oceans Day, we hope those representatives have the health of our oceans front of mind as they develop their first draft for November of what could become the first global treaty to curb plastic pollution.

If this is going to work, Governments worldwide will need to set consistent rules that all companies have to follow.

As Eirik Lindebjerg, a policy manager at WWF, said in last weekend`s Saturday Paper, "We know which mechanisms work [global regulations] and which don`t work [voluntary targets]. We don`t need to reinvent the wheel... we don`t have the right to fail.`

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⚠ Stop the Perpetual Plastics Machine ⚠⁠
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Last week’s negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty saw days of stalling and delayed talks. It’s clear that if governments don’t step up, oil-producing nations will derail this treaty.⁠
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We can’t let this treaty go up in 🔥. We need to keep up the pressure on our government to ensure a strong treaty that truly tackles the plastic crisis. ⁠
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Add your support now 👉 link in bio GreenpeaceUK⁠
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📷 vonwong “The Perpetual Plastic Machine”⁠

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⚠ Stop the Perpetual Plastics Machine ⚠⁠ ⁠ Last week’s negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty saw days of stalling and delayed talks. It’s clear that if governments don’t step up, oil-producing nations will derail this treaty.⁠ ⁠ We can’t let this treaty go up in 🔥. We need to keep up the pressure on our government to ensure a strong treaty that truly tackles the plastic crisis. ⁠ ⁠ Add your support now 👉 link in bio GreenpeaceUK⁠ ⁠ 📷 vonwong “The Perpetual Plastic Machine”⁠

⚠ Stop the Perpetual Plastics Machine ⚠⁠
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Last week’s negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty saw days of stalling and delayed talks. It’s clear that if governments don’t step up, oil-producing nations will derail this treaty.⁠
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We can’t let this treaty go up in 🔥. We need to keep up the pressure on our government to ensure a strong treaty that truly tackles the plastic crisis. ⁠
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Add your support now 👉 link in bio GreenpeaceUK⁠
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📷 vonwong “The Perpetual Plastic Machine”⁠ ...

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Following the conclusion of the second round of negotiations in Paris, France, the fight for a strong global plastics treaty has taken a significant step forward. While there were many attempts by industry and certain countries to stall progress and the United Nations Environment Programme limited civil society’s voice, the fight for a strong global plastics treaty advanced to the next stage. We are committed to driving change, and our powerful network of changemakers will continue to raise awareness and advocate for a strong plastics treaty.

To get the latest updates on the negotiation outcomes and how GAIA’s impactful delegation played a crucial role in promoting our messages and strategy, don’t miss our newly published blog.

Read more: https://www.no-burn.org/inc3-reflections/ [Link in bio]

#GlobalPlasticsTreaty #BreakFreeFromPlastic #PlasticsTreaty

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Following the conclusion of the second round of negotiations in Paris, France, the fight for a strong global plastics treaty has taken a significant step forward. While there were many attempts by industry and certain countries to stall progress and the United Nations Environment Programme limited civil society’s voice, the fight for a strong global plastics treaty advanced to the next stage. We are committed to driving change, and our powerful network of changemakers will continue to raise awareness and advocate for a strong plastics treaty. To get the latest updates on the negotiation outcomes and how GAIA’s impactful delegation played a crucial role in promoting our messages and strategy, don’t miss our newly published blog. Read more: https://www.no-burn.org/inc3-reflections/ [Link in bio] #GlobalPlasticsTreaty #BreakFreeFromPlastic #PlasticsTreaty

Following the conclusion of the second round of negotiations in Paris, France, the fight for a strong global plastics treaty has taken a significant step forward. While there were many attempts by industry and certain countries to stall progress and the United Nations Environment Programme limited civil society’s voice, the fight for a strong global plastics treaty advanced to the next stage. We are committed to driving change, and our powerful network of changemakers will continue to raise awareness and advocate for a strong plastics treaty.

To get the latest updates on the negotiation outcomes and how GAIA’s impactful delegation played a crucial role in promoting our messages and strategy, don’t miss our newly published blog.

Read more: https://www.no-burn.org/inc3-reflections/ [Link in bio]

#GlobalPlasticsTreaty #BreakFreeFromPlastic #PlasticsTreaty ...

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