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Countries Empower Waste Pickers to Combat Plastic Crisis

5/27/2025

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Countries are stepping up with laws that hold manufacturers responsible for managing plastic waste. Waste pickers, who collect a staggering 60% of the world's plastic, are vital to this effort. Cooperatives like San Jose Sico empower these workers, ensuring they receive fair income and benefits, fostering a more equitable future for their families and communities.

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Story summary

Countries are stepping up with laws that hold manufacturers responsible for managing plastic waste. Waste pickers, who collect a staggering 60% of the world's plastic, are vital to this effort. Cooperatives like San Jose Sico empower these workers, ensuring they receive fair income and benefits, fostering a more equitable future for their families and communities.