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Global Coalition Forms to Combat Plastic Pollution

8/5/2025

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Nations Unite for Plastics

In Geneva, the push for a Global Plastics Treaty is gaining momentum with the formation of a National Planning Working Group. This coalition is dedicated to empowering nations to tackle plastic pollution head-on, crafting actionable strategies that address the entire lifecycle of plastics and translating commitments into real-world solutions for our planet and public health.

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Global Action Against Plastics

Plastic pollution is wreaking havoc on the global economy, costing a staggering $1.5 trillion each year in health-related damages, according to a new report from The Lancet. With plastic production set to triple by 2060, the call for a global treaty is more urgent than ever to protect vulnerable populations and implement vital policy changes.

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Nations Unite for Plastics

In Geneva, the push for a Global Plastics Treaty is gaining momentum with the formation of a National Planning Working Group. This coalition is dedicated to empowering nations to tackle plastic pollution head-on, crafting actionable strategies that address the entire lifecycle of plastics and translating commitments into real-world solutions for our planet and public health.

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