Resources

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.

Plastic has taken over the world in the past few decades and has burdened Africa’s environments and waste management systems. In this publication on, we explore the problem of plastics on the continent and examine the laws, policies and multilateral agreements put in place to govern plastic waste management and trade. FRENCH VERSION

Nina's Journey at INC4 - Aeshnina Azzahra Aqilani, or Nina, was invited by the UN Environment Programme to attend the Global Plastics Treaty talks in Ottawa, Canada, from April 23-29, 2024. Representing Indonesia among 170 countries, and as a global youth ambassador, Nina actively participated in discussions, workshops, and rallies, sharing her insights on the plastic waste crisis and proposing innovative solutions. Here's a report on her incredible advocacy efforts at the INC-4.

The report investigates the potential benefits and challenges of transitioning from single-use to reusable packaging in China's rapidly growing express delivery sector. This transition aligns with China's broader environmental goals, including reducing plastic pollution and carbon emissions.

The Global Plastic Treaty Africa Community Sensitisation Guidebook is a comprehensive resource designed to empower community-driven initiatives by enhancing the understanding of the Global Plastic Treaty and facilitating effective advocacy campaigns. Within this guidebook, you’ll find a wealth of downloadable resources tailored for printing, along with versatile templates for presentations, social media engagement, and email communications.

Why A Dedicated Fund Is Needed For Effective Implementation Of The Global Plastics Treaty | In this episode, Dominic Coppens; Doun Moon; Hibaa-Haibado Ismael; and Mohamed Kamal talk to host Niven Reddy about why a dedicated fund is essential for effectively implementing the Global Plastics Treaty. We’ll unpack the crucial role of dedicated funding in facilitating meaningful progress and ensuring the treaty’s ambitious goals are met.

In this episode, we'll be discussing Plastic Is Pollution: Why Global Production Reduction Targets Aligned With National Obligations Are Needed For The Effective Implementation Of The Global Plastics Treaty. Join us as we explore the critical need to set global reduction targets for plastic production and how this can help fight plastic pollution, especially in Africa.

In this episode, host Niven Reddy sits down with Mafoko Phomane, Rico Euripidou, Azeeza Rangunwala, and Wassiana Trésor AVOMO ONDO for an insightful conversation on Adjusting the Lens on Plastic & Healthcare. Together, they debunk common myths and explore the real impact of plastic use in the medical field, shedding light on its environmental and health implications.

Join Taylen Reddy @reddygram our youth member leader & Delphine Lévi Alvarès @zerowaste_yogactivist CIEL’s Petrochemical guru as they unpack @africaforzerowaste Global Plastic Treaty Sensitization Guidebook focusing on Understanding the Global Plastic Pollution & Petrochemical Problem.

This policy brief critically examines how continued plastic waste trade under the guise of recycling, is a symptom of plastic over-production, and how the Global Plastic Treaty can fix it.