Policy

Groups and civil society organizations around the world are calling for a Plastics Treaty that reclaims our right to a healthy environment.

This August: A Crucial Chance to End the Age of Plastic. From August 5 - 14, governments from around the world will gather in Geneva to negotiate a historic global treaty to end plastic pollution. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to confront the plastic crisis at its source.

We are calling on citizens from around the world to contact their country’s Minister at the negotiations and ask them to adopt a strong Plastics Treaty that can ensure a future free from plastic pollution.

Daily summary of the second part of the fifth round of #PlasticsTreaty Negotiations (INC-5.2) in Geneva, Switzerland

The 1123 Busan Plastic March will be held prior to the 5th Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee Meeting (INC-5, BEXCO, Busan, Nov. 25-Dec. 1) to raise our voice to urge government delegations to implement a strong and effective internationally legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution.

Developed in consultation with climate policy advocates, financial analysts and communities on the frontlines of petrochemical production, this guide explains how financial institutions can consider the impact of petrochemicals as part of their environmental and social risk frameworks, and develop their approach for a responsible exit from the petrochemical supply chain.

The next European Union Elections are scheduled to take place between 6 and 9 June 2024. EU citizens will turn to the ballot boxes to decide which Members of the European Parliament (MEP’s) will represent and advocate for the concerns of constituents at the EU level.

Plastic waste trade creates immeasurable harm to society, health and the environment that is felt disproportionately across the world, and has been happening for decades.

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 Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act of 2021 (BFFPPA) builds on successful statewide laws across the U.S. and outlines practical plastic reduction strategies to realize a healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable future.

Pass a national ban on single-use plastic! We are calling on the 19th Congress of the Philippines to urgently pass a comprehensive bill banning single-use plastic packaging and products.

Waste trade is the international trade of waste between countries for further treatment, disposal, or recycling. Often, toxic or hazardous wastes are exported by developed countries to developing countries, such as those in Asia Pacific. Since 1988, more than a quarter of a billion tonnes of plastic waste has been exported around the world.

This report examines the governance of the plastic waste trade by considering the case study of Japan as an exporting country and Malaysia as an importing country. It discusses trade and pollution through the lens of waste colonialism, raising questions about the transparency, traceability, and accountability of governance frameworks.

To support e-commerce platforms in effectively addressing this challenge, Shenzhen Zero Waste , in collaboration with REACH24H Consulting Group, jointly developed the "Guide to Chemical Management for E-Commerce Platforms".

A report on youth activist, Aeshnina Azzahra Aqilani's action at the fifth intergovernmental negotiations for the Global Plastics Treaty, in Busan, South Korea. Through her inspired action, she calls for a global reduction in plastic production and a ban on toxic chemicals in plastic manufacturing.

Asia Reuse Consortium releases this report featuring case studies of existing reuse and refill solutions in Asia and how a plastics treaty can prioritize reuse systems to end plastic pollution.

In this episode of the Africa For Zero Waste Podcast, Dr. Nana Antwi Boasiako, Director of Climate Vulnerability and Adaptation at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Ghana and Chair of the Africa Group of Negotiators (AGN), talks to host Desmond Alugnoa, GAIA Africa's Zero Waste & Climate Program Manager about the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions in Africa. with the growing climate crisis. The current gap between pledged commitments and on-the-ground action is widening to meet the 1.5°C climate target. While higher ambition is necessary, unimplemented pledges do not reduce emissions.

This communications pack is designed to mobilize research institutions, NGOs, and media personnel to gather evidence to strengthen the implementation of the revised EU Waste Shipment Regulations.

In this special 25th anniversary episode, Weyinmi Okotie, Program Manager for Clean Air at GAIA/BFFP Africa, sits down with Richard Benin, Executive Director of CODAF, and Maimoni Ubrei-Joe, Director of Campaigns and Administration at CODAF. Together, they reflect on CODAF’s journey and explore how being a GAIA has strengthened and supported their mission.