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Since 2022, more than 170 countries have been negotiating the
The Global Plastics Treaty represents a unique and crucial opportunity for a worldwide coordinated initiative to effectively resolve the ongoing plastic pollution crisis at all stages of the life span of plastics. Nevertheless, there exists a risk of its potential dilution and corruption. We must unite together to advocate for an ambitious treaty, ensuring its effectiveness in mitigating the plastic pollution crisis.
As countries continue the negotiations, the pressure from civil society will be instrumental in ensuring that the treaty:
The Global Plastics Treaty is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to address plastic pollution comprehensively. But as countries finalize the terms of the treaty, it could be easily diluted and corrupted. Together, we need to push nations to pass an ambitious and effective treaty.
Global plastic production needs to be substantially reduced.
The treaty must promote reuse systems over false solutions.
Chemicals and polymers that are hazardous or of concern must be fully identified and eliminated.
We need a strong dedicated financial mechanism to facilitate the flow of financial resources from the developed to the developing world.