Podcasts about global plastics treaty

Jodie Roussell, global public affairs lead of packaging and sustainability at Nestlé and co-chair of the Business Coalition for the Global Plastics Treaty working on the treaty, shares the current state of progress toward a global plastics agreement. In conversation with Ian Welsh, they highlight murmurs of negotiations on the ground and behind-the-scenes progress. Jodie notes the overall heightened energy from governments to move forward, despite discrepancies in ambition levels among member states. This interview was recorded in May 2025. We'll be continuing the conversation at the sustainable packaging innovation forum in Chicago on 28-29 October. Join alongside the likes of Amcor, Kraft Heinz, Amazon, TerraCycle, Estée Lauder, Ameripen, Lush and many more. Click here for information on how to get involved. 

With 2.7 billion people lacking access to waste management, this essential step in advancing a circular economy poses a significant challenge. In this opening episode for season 4 of Plastics Unwrapped, we look back on the previous 5 meetings of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) and discuss how we can find middle ground between industry and policy to end plastic pollution for good.  

It's time for some more trashtalk, my friends. Remember plastic pollution? Of course you do - because it's still with us. According to the UNEP, the equivalent of 2,000 garbage trucks full of plastic enter the world's oceans, rivers and lakes EVERY SINGLE DAY. And while there was a great deal of excitement around the prospect of a Global Plastics Treaty last year, talks were suspended at the end of 2024 when UN member states failed to reach an agreement on what would have been the first-ever global legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution.But it's not just plastic that's littering the environment. You name it; it ends up there - from paper and cardboard to aluminium cans, glass, clothing and fly-tipped furniture. We're all complicit, so we've all got a part to play.The good news is that awareness and community action is growing, and that is the focus of today's interview with the inspiring Ripu Daman Bevli - a Delhi-based environmentalist and runner, on a mission to make picking up litter cool. Meet the Plogman of India... Plog-what?! The term plogging originated in Sweden - it's a portmanteau of the Swedish verb, "plocka upp" (to pick up) and the English word "jogging". In 2019, Ripu ran 1000 km across 50 cities in India, picking up trash - and followers - along the way. As he says, if you want to spark behaviour change, forget shame and berating people - the secret is to invite them to join a fun activity. So don't stress, this is far from a dismal discussion about the waste crisis. Rather, it's a joyful, encouraging story about how to change the world with positivity, recorded on location in Delhi, with a soundtrack of beautiful birdsong.Tell us what you think? Find Clare on Instagram @mrspressGot recommendations? Hit us up!And please share these podcasts.THANK YOU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shannon Mead is the Founder of and Chief Butt Officer of "No More Butts" - returning for his fourth appearance on the pod. We discuss vapes, what the latest is with the global Plastics Treaty, and how No More Butts is progressing towards their vision of a world without tobacco waste. Useful links:No More Butts website (here)Shannon on LinkedIn (here)Ocean Protect Podcast, May 2021: “No more butts with Shannon Mead” (here)Ocean Protect Podcast, April 2022: “Smoke in the water with Shannon Mead” (here)Ocean Protect Podcast, July 2023: “Shannon Mead on butts, vapes & the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution” (here) For further information about Ocean Protect, check us out at www.oceanprotect.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What was expected to be the fifth and final session of the UN's Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee met in South Korea last month, but ultimately it failed to agree a Global Plastics Treaty. Instead of cause for celebration, our campaigners came away from the talks concerned that the process had been hijacked by vested financial interests. In this episode, EIA Ocean Campaign Leader Christina Dixon and Ocean Campaigner Jacob Kean-Hammerson join Senior Press & Communications Officer Paul Newman to talk about what went wrong in Busan and contemplate what may happen next.

In this episode, Kurt discusses the many factors that will impact our economy for 2025.  This includes the incoming Trump administration and the possible threat of tariffs, interest rate predictions, Canadian dollar predictions, and the outcome of the Global Plastics Treaty. This podcast was recorded prior to the announcement of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigning today, January 6th, 2025.Find Simcoe Plastics on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTubeFind Kurt Stahle on Linked-In and "That Plastics Guy" group.Subscribe to our newsletter, too!All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle

In this episode, Suzanne Kuiper, Director and Global Coordinator, Circular Economy and Product Decarbonization, KPMG International, and Pedro Sao Simao, Lead, National Initiatives, Global Plastic Action Partnership, World Economic Forum discuss the implications of a global plastics treaty and dive into key insights and learnings from industry players across the plastics value chain, who have started to develop and implement circular solutions.

Plastics are everywhere. And while we've known for a long time that plastics and our environment aren't a good mix, it's becoming apparent that they're massive climate polluters too. The production of plastics alone produces about 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions. After what is often a single use, the resulting waste continues releasing the greenhouse gasses ethylene and methane as it breaks apart. Yet, as petrochemical companies pay lip service ending fuel production, they are pouring resources into plastics production. How do we wrap up our reliance on plastics?  This episode originally aired on May 10, 2024, following the fourth negotiating session of the Global Plastics Treaty. This update includes a new interview with David Azoulay on the latest treaty negotiations. Guests:  Diane Wilson, Founder and Director, San Antonio Bay Waterkeeper Jane Patton, U.S. Fossil Economy Campaign Manager, Center for International Environmental Law  Susannah Scott, Professor of Chemistry, University of California, Santa Barbara  David Azoulay, Director of Environmental Health, Center for International Environmental Law Support Climate One by going ad-free! By subscribing to Climate One on Patreon, you'll receive exclusive access to all future episodes free of ads, opportunities to connect with fellow Climate One listeners, and access to the Climate One Discord. Sign up today! For show notes and related links, visit our website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plastics are everywhere. And while we've known for a long time that plastics and our environment aren't a good mix, it's becoming apparent that they're massive climate polluters too. The production of plastics alone produces about 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions. After what is often a single use, the resulting waste continues releasing the greenhouse gasses ethylene and methane as it breaks apart.  Yet, as petrochemical companies pay lip service ending fuel production, they are pouring resources into plastics production. How do we wrap up our reliance on plastics?  This episode originally aired on May 10, 2024, following the fourth negotiating session of the Global Plastics Treaty. This update includes a new interview with David Azoulay on the latest treaty negotiations. Guests:  Diane Wilson, Founder and Director, San Antonio Bay Waterkeeper Jane Patton, U.S. Fossil Economy Campaign Manager, Center for International Environmental Law  Susannah Scott, Professor of Chemistry, University of California, Santa Barbara  David Azoulay, Director of Environmental Health, Center for International Environmental Law Support Climate One by going ad-free! By subscribing to Climate One on Patreon, you'll receive exclusive access to all future episodes free of ads, opportunities to connect with fellow Climate One listeners, and access to the Climate One Discord. Sign up today! For show notes and related links, visit our website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following the conclusion of INC-5 in Busan last month, we are revisiting the topic of the Global Plastics Treaty. Victoria Hattersley spoke with Eirik Lindebjerg, Global Plastic Policy Lead at WWF, about what we can expect in the coming months and which questions still urgently need to be addressed.Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strategy, is now weekly! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.For more packaging news, interviews and multimedia content visit Packaging Europe.Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strategy, is now weekly! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.For more packaging news, interviews and multimedia content visit Packaging Europe.

UN negotiations that were supposed to produce global rules on plastics have stalled, with no agreement on the scope of the treaty seen as vital to curb ocean pollution and other problems. Clemence Schmid, director of the Global Plastics Action Partnership at the World Economic Forum, gives her readout from the "INC-5" in Busan, South Korean, and says what might happen now. Links: Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP): https://www.globalplasticaction.org/ Circular Industry Solutions for a Global Plastics Treaty: https://www.weforum.org/publications/circular-industry-solutions-for-a-global-plastics-treaty/ INC-5 website: https://www.unep.org/inc-plastic-pollution/session-5 Related podcasts: 'Reality kicks in': What just happened at talks to create a 'Paris deal for plastics'? A Paris Agreement for plastics How the 'Wild Wet West' was won: why the UN High Seas Treaty is big news What are the 'positive tipping points' that could help us accelerate out of climate disaster? Check out all our podcasts on wef.ch/podcasts:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wef Radio Davos - subscribe: https://pod.link/1504682164 Meet the Leader - subscribe: https://pod.link/1534915560 Agenda Dialogues - subscribe: https://pod.link/1574956552

Negotiators in the South Korean city of Busan are trying to reach the first ever a global treaty on plastic. How stress from climate change is leading to increased violence against women.And a film maker's odyssey to preserve the legacy of a local Ugandan photographer.Presenter: Audrey Brown Producers: Rob Wilson, Nour Abida and Nyasha Michelle in London. Blessing Aderogba in Lagos. Senior Producer : Paul Bakibinga Technical Producer: Francesca Dunne Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports the fifth and final round of negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty begins in South Korea.

The fifth round of talks in pursuit of a legally binding Global Plastics Treaty kicks off in Busan, South Korea shortly — but will we emerge with an agreement capable of tackling the world's plastic crisis or will vested interests compromise the final vision. In this episode, EIA Ocean Campaign Leader Christina Dixon and Ocean Campaigner Jacob Kean-Hammerson join Senior Press & Communications Officer Paul Newman for an update on the progress so far and a look ahead to the challenges remaining for negotiators in Busan.

40% of plastic produced is for one-time use packaging. Only 9% of all plastic ever made is recycled. A large portion of the rest, ends up littering our land and oceans, harming wildlife and human health through microplastics. Next week, the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee will be held in Busan, South Korea, to develop an internationally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment. This treaty presents a crucial opportunity to radically reduce plastic usage and waste, while encouraging businesses and individuals to embrace the circular economy. To shed light on the treaty and its implications, Richard Howitt is joined by Justine Maillot, European Coordinator, and Emma Priestland, Global Corporate Campaigns Coordinator for Break Free from Plastic, a global coalition of 13,000 organizations committed to ending plastic pollution. In this episode you'll hear more about: Why is plastic such a dramatic issue for the environment: Its effects on climate, biodiversity, pollution, and the human impact of all these factors What is the context leading up to the discussions in Busan, South Korea next week How businesses are positioning themselves in relation to the treaty Why reducing plastic production is essential for the treaty's success and how the zero-waste hierarchy is a critical element of achieving this goal A call for every company to act now to eliminate plastic use and the opportunities available for immediate action. Listen in and follow us on ⁠LinkedIn⁠!

Have you ever wondered if the everyday items your pet uses, like toys and food containers, could be harming their health? In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the hidden dangers of plastics in pet products with Aiden Charron from EarthDay.org, who shares startling findings from the “Pets vs Plastics” report.What You'll Learn:- The Hidden Health Risks: Discover the shocking chemicals like phthalates and BPA found in common pet items and learn how they can contribute to serious health issues like developmental problems and increased cancer risk in pets.- The Regulatory Gaps: Learn about the lack of regulation in the pet product industry, and why this means you need to be more vigilant about the products you choose for your pets.- Practical Tips for Safer Choices: Get actionable advice on reducing plastic use, such as choosing ceramic or stainless steel bowls and understanding product labels to make healthier choices for your pets.- Global Efforts and Implications: Explore the broader fight against plastic pollution, including how international agreements like the Global Plastics Treaty could impact the pet industry.Plus, find out how your consumer choices can drive positive changes in the market and why understanding pet food labels is crucial for your pet's health. With insights from Aiden and resources like the "Pets vs Plastics" report and TruthAboutPetFood.org, this episode empowers you to make informed decisions that protect your pet's well-being.Don't miss this essential conversation that could change the way you shop for your pet forever. Read the "Pets vs Plastics" report on EarthDay.org to learn more.Learn more about the dangers of plastics for your pets by reading Earthday.org's "Pets vs Plastics" report. Also, he sure to check out TruthAboutPetFood.org, to lean more about what's in your pet's food.Comment on this episode! For questions or if you need a reply- please email us at Amy@StarlightPetTalk.com Big changes are coming soon to Starlight Pet Talk!

Check out this Getting Curious episode! Jonathan Van Ness has invited Marcus Eriksen from 5 Gyres to the pod. Marcus tells us about his 88 day journey from California to Hawaii sailing on a raft made from 15,000 plastic bottles to research microplastics in the ocean and raise awareness about plastic pollution. Then Marcus answers all our questions like: how did plastic become so popular in the first place, why is so little of our plastic recycled, and what can we do on an individual and systemic level to create stronger policies and more robust solutions? Plus, Jonathan and Marcus go deep on the ongoing Global Plastics Treaty negotiations.Marcus has led expeditions around the world to research plastic pollution and used that research to drive solutions. He co-published the first global estimate of marine plastic pollution and the discovery of plastic microbeads in the Great Lakes, which led to the federal Microbead-free Waters Act of 2015. He and his wife Anna founded 5 Gyres with an 88-day journey from California to Hawaii on a Junk Raft that they built from 15,000 plastic bottles. Now, Marcus and 5 Gyres continue to lead with scientific research to drive upstream solutions through education, advocacy, and community building.New episodes of Getting Curious drop on Wednesdays. On Mondays, join us for Pretty Curious. our podcast on all things beauty!Subscribe to Extra Curious for exclusive episodes of Ask JVN, where Jonathan's answering your questions about sex, dating, and more.You can follow Getting Curious on Instagram and Twitter @curiouswithjvn. Transcripts for all episodes are available at jonathanvanness.com/podcasts.Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we explore the latest developments in international efforts to reach a global treaty on plastic pollution.  In late April, more than 170 countries gathered in Ottawa, Canada, to negotiate a legally binding instrument on plastic pollution with a view to agreeing on a global treaty by the end of 2024. The countries aim to reach a deal in the next gathering slated to take place Nov. 25 through Dec. 1 in Busan, South Korea.   Today we're covering the outcome of the recent Ottawa treaty talks, the issues that remain to be hashed out, and what needs to happen between now and the final round of negotiations.    We talk with Erin Simon, Vice President and Head of Plastic Waste and Business at international conservation organization WWF, which together with The Ellen MacArthur Foundation convened the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty. Erin tells us that countries have a lot of details left to work out in ad hoc meetings in the coming months and are effectively "pulling an all-nighter" between now and Busan. To understand how one big company that uses plastics in its products is approaching this topic, we speak to Darci Vetter, Senior Vice President and Head of Global Public Policy at food, snack and beverage company PepsiCo, which is part of the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty. "We definitely want to see those product design requirements, those common definitions, the principles, and as much specificity around extended producer responsibility and waste management — those are very important to us, and global rules that can set the stage for scalability within markets are critical," Darci tells us.  At the same time, "we know that the countries around the table are starting from very, very different places," she says. "So there will need to be some of that flexibility."  We also talk with Stewart Harris, Senior Director of Global Plastics Policy at the trade group American Chemistry Council. Stewart says that one outstanding question for governments is which measures are going to be legally binding and which will be voluntary.  Want to learn more about this topic? Check out our previous episodes of the ESG Insider podcast:   What companies are doing to address the plastic pollution problem: https://www.spglobal.com/esg/podcasts/what-companies-are-doing-to-address-the-plastic-pollution-problem   What's at stake in UN plastic pollution treaty talks: https://www.spglobal.com/esg/podcasts/what-s-at-stake-in-un-plastic-pollution-treaty-talks   How plastic impacts companies, investors, public health and the environment: https://www.spglobal.com/esg/podcasts/how-plastic-impacts-companies-investors-public-health-and-the-environment   This piece was published by S&P Global Sustainable1, a part of S&P Global.    Copyright ©2024 by S&P Global   DISCLAIMER   By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. Unless specifically stated otherwise, S&P GLOBAL does not endorse, approve, recommend, or certify any information, product, process, service, or organization presented or mentioned in this Podcast, and information from this Podcast should not be referenced in any way to imply such approval or endorsement. The third party materials or content of any third party site referenced in this Podcast do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards or policies of S&P GLOBAL. S&P GLOBAL assumes no responsibility or liability for the accuracy or completeness of the content contained in third party materials or on third party sites referenced in this Podcast or the compliance with applicable laws of such materials and/or links referenced herein. Moreover, S&P GLOBAL makes no warranty that this Podcast, or the server that makes it available, is free of viruses, worms, or other elements or codes that manifest contaminating or destructive properties.   S&P GLOBAL EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY INDIVIDUAL'S USE OF, REFERENCE TO, RELIANCE ON, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PODCAST OR THE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN THIS PODCAST. 

Join us as we navigate the ins and outs of the negotiations for a global plastic pollution treaty with Jamala Djinn, Policy Advisor for Break Free From Plastic, and Rachel Radvany, Environmental Health Campaigner for the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL). These stalwart strategists have been involved in all four of the “INC” (Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee) meetings since 2021, including the most recent in Canada. They sit down with host Brooking Gatewood to talk about the challenges and possibilities in the treaty process—and how we can all make a difference in this historic effort.Resources: CIEL: Plastic Global Law & PolicyBFFP: Key demands for INC-4 delegatesUpstream: 5 takeaways from the draft plastics treatyINC-4

What really happens at the Global Plastics Treaty INC negotiations, how did the most recent INC-4 unfold and what work is left to do before INC-5 in Busan? Victoria Hattersley finds out from Magnus Løvold of the Norwegian Academy of International Law.Packaging Europe's podcast, featuring the leading international figures in packaging innovation, sustainability and strategy, is now weekly! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.For more packaging news, interviews and multimedia content visit Packaging Europe.

Not all lawyers stay in the office or the courtroom. Letícia Abreu Passos de Souza grew up seeing the damage caused by pollution in her native Brazil - and now she's using the law to do something about it. As Director of Legal and Public Affairs at The Ocean Cleanup, Letícia guides our crew through different laws and rules in countries around the world - as well as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. She tells Catching Up how understanding local laws helps us work with local authorities in the best way and makes our Interceptor deployments more efficient - helping us catch plastic faster and with greater impact. Letícia tells us the importance of having ‘boots on the ground' to truly understand how the law can help tackle plastic pollution in a local community, and shares her hopes for a new world effort to solve the problem through a Global Plastics Treaty. Learn more on how we contribute to law and public policy here: https://theoceancleanup.com/global-public-affairs/ See our blogpost on cleanup and the Global Plastics Treaty here: https://theoceancleanup.com/updates/global-plastics-treaty-why-legacy-plastic-cleanup-is-essential/

This week Life Solved has a special one-off episode looking at INC-4. We unpack the fourth session of Global Plastics Treaty talks that recently took place in Canada - where global policymakers, charities, experts, and businesses sat down to work out how to end plastic pollution.In her opening address, United Nations Environment Programme Chief, Inger Andersen, said to stop plastic pollution, we need to start at the start and end at the end. Sounds simple, but many fear these meetings create more barriers than solutions.To give us a unique glimpse into what happens at these negotiations, we have three experts from the University of Portsmouth's Revolution Plastics Institute who were at INC-4 themselves.We'd love you to be part of the discussion, too. Email your questions on this episode or ideas for future episodes to lifesolved@port.ac.uk.If you've been inspired by this episode, and want to support our research then head to port.ac.uk/lifesolved to find out how.You can also find out how to work or study with us.USEFUL LINKSProfessor Steve Fletcher: https://www.port.ac.uk/about-us/structure-and-governance/our-people/our-staff/steve-fletcherThe world has a chance to end plastic pollution – the petrochemical giants mustn't spoil it: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/apr/29/world-plastic-pollution-petrochemical-giants-un-treaty-2015-paris-lobbyistsDr Cressida Bowyer: https://researchportal.port.ac.uk/en/persons/cressida-bowyerDr Erika Hughes: https://researchportal.port.ac.uk/en/persons/erika-hughesRevolution Plastics: https://www.port.ac.uk/news-events-and-blogs/events/the-revolution-continues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The new season of Redemption brings you a special live recording from the 4th Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) meeting in Ottawa, in April 2024. Tune in to understand the stakes at INC-4 and what it means for the global fight against plastic pollution. Featuring insightful discussions with Taylor Cass Talbott from the International Alliance of Waste Pickers (IAWP), exploring the crucial role that waste pickers play in shaping effective and fair environmental policies. Read IAWP's Vision for a Just Transition for Waste Pickers under the UN Plastics Treaty to know more. And listen to expert analysis from Clara Vazeix from CalRecycle, California's Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery, on the complexities of implementing large-scale recycling and recovery initiatives. Visit BottleBillReimagined.org, and follow Reloop on X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and Facebook for Bottle Bill news, updates in the world of resource recovery, and more.

A scientist is disappointed with the latest negotiations on the United Nations global plastics treaty.

Happy Earth Day, Curious People! To celebrate, we're inviting research scientist Marcus Eriksen from 5 Gyres to the pod. Marcus tells us about his 88 day journey from California to Hawaii sailing on a raft made from 15,000 plastic bottles to research microplastics in the ocean and raise awareness about plastic pollution. Then Marcus answers all our questions like: how did plastic become so popular in the first place, why is so little of our plastic recycled, and what can we do on an individual and systemic level to create stronger policies and more robust solutions? Plus, Jonathan and Marcus go deep on the ongoing Global Plastics Treaty negotiations. Marcus has led expeditions around the world to research plastic pollution and used that research to drive solutions. He co-published the first global estimate of marine plastic pollution and the discovery of plastic microbeads in the Great Lakes, which led to the federal Microbead-free Waters Act of 2015. He and his wife Anna founded 5 Gyres with an 88-day journey from California to Hawaii on a Junk Raft that they built from 15,000 plastic bottles. Now, Marcus and 5 Gyres continue to lead with scientific research to drive upstream solutions through education, advocacy, and community building. You can follow 5 Gyres on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter at @5gyres, or on their website where you can find more ways to get involved. Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on Instagram @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Find books from Getting Curious guests at bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn. Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back partnering again with the Break Free From Plastic movement to feature NGO advocates in Asia. In this episode. we are going to hone in on one of the big open questions at the April 2024 INC4 talks. How should the treaty deal with problematic plastics and chemicals of concern?The US EPA recently banned certain PFAS chemicals in drinking water. And Switzerland called for an initial list of problematic plastics to be worked out by year end 2024. With short time left to negotiate the plastics treaty there is a forward movement to finally regulate toxic chemicals in plastics. But we want to take a step back and give more background to what are chemicals of concern in plastic for consumers and advocates alike. Then, at the end of this episode, we'll circle back to how these problematic plastics can be regulated both in and out of the treaty. Guests: 1. Madhuvanthi Rajkumar, Researcher in environment and climate action and solid waste management at Citizen Consumer and Civic Action Group, or CAG, in India. She represents consumer consituency at the Global Plastics Treaty meetings. 2. Jam Lorenzo, Policy development and research head, Ban Toxics in the Philippines.3. Jorge Emmanuel, Adjunct professor of environmental science and of engineering at Silliman University in the Philippines. He's also an official member of the Philippine Philippine Treaty DelegationProduction credits:Host: Marcy Trent LongProducer: Carol MangIntro/outro music: Alex MauboussinSign up to find out when new Sustainable Asia seasons are launched!We have partnered with Break Free From Plastic (BFFP), headquartered in Asia, to produce this series. BFFP has numerous resources on their website about the Global Plastics Treaty:You can also refer to: GAIA's treaty page and GAIA's Asia Pacific treaty pageAnd check out CIEL's paper on UN procedural tools used to block plastic treaty progress.

After a strong opening to UN talks in pursuit of a Global Plastics Treaty, recent rounds of negotiation have been hindered by the efforts of fossil fuel industry lobbyists as well as by some countries keen to water it down and rein in its ambition. In this episode, EIA Ocean Campaign Leader Christina Dixon and Ocean Campaigner Jacob Kean-Hammerson join Senior Press & Communications Officer Paul Newman to talk about progress to date and what to expect when the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee – INC-4 for short – opens in Canada later this month.

We have a great new episode discussing the United Nations Global Plastics Treaty from the view of Break Free from Plastic advocates here in Asia. Our guests today have been working for decades to reduce plastic pollution at its source. Just a brief tip though… if you haven't tuned into previous episodes in this SEASON you might want to … it will catch you up on where we are at with the plastic treaty negotiations!Well, the third meeting of the Global Plastics Treaty - otherwise called INC3 - ended last November and the Revised Zero Draft of the treaty is out… But there wasn't a lot of progress during those INC3 meetings. For this episode, we are partnering with Break Free from Plastic (or BFFP) to get their members' views as we gear up for the next treaty negotiations at INC-4 in April. BFFP has more than 12,000 organizations and individuals around the world working together to demand reductions in single use plastics and advocate for lasting solutions to the plastic pollution crisis. Guests: 1. Arpita Bhagat - Plastic Policy Officer, GAIA Asia Pacific - based in India. GAIA is a network of more than 1000 organizations from 92 countries, whose vision is a just, zero waste world free from the burden of toxic pollution, where resources are sustainably conserved, not burned or dumped. 2. Semee Rhee - Global Policy Advisor with BFFP in Korea. Semee represents BFFP in the plastics treaty process. 3. Mage-swari Sanga-ra-lingam is the Honorary Secretary at Sahabat Alam Malaysia based in Penang and is a research officer with the Consumers' Association of Penang for the past 32 years. She represented Sahabat Alam Malaysia - or Friends of the Earth Malaysia - at the INC-3 plastics treaty meeting. Production credits:Host: Marcy Trent LongProducer: Carol MangIntro/outro music: Alex MauboussinSign up to find out when new Sustainable Asia seasons are launched!We have partnered with Break Free From Plastic (BFFP), headquartered in Asia, to produce this series. BFFP has numerous resources on their website about the Global Plastics Treaty:You can also refer to: GAIA's treaty page and GAIA's Asia Pacific treaty pageAnd check out CIEL's paper on UN procedural tools used to block plastic treaty progres.

Plastics pollution is a major global crisis, with deadly repercussions for human health, marine life, and climate change. In March 2022, the United Nations set the ball rolling for the conclusion of a Global Plastics Treaty by the end of 2024. Later this month, we have the penultimate session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC), where 175 countries will negotiate a legally binding treaty to combat plastic pollution. What exactly are the issues under discussion in these negotiations? What has been India's position on these issues? And given the magnitude of the plastic pollution crisis in India, is India on the right track? Guest: Satyarupa Shekhar, a public policy advocate whose interests include urban governance, data justice, and plastics pollution. Host: G. Sampath, Social Affairs Editor, The Hindu. Edited by Sharmada Venkatasubramanian.

In this thought-provoking episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Aidan Charron, the Director of End Plastic Initiatives at EarthDay.org. Aidan shared insightful perspectives on the challenges and solutions surrounding plastic pollution, a matter that's increasingly becoming a global concern.We delved into the origins and mission of EarthDay.org, highlighting its impactful journey from its inception in 1970 to becoming a leading voice in environmental activism. Our discussion ventured into the depths of plastic's pervasiveness in our daily lives, underlining the significant health risks and environmental detriments it poses. Aidan elaborated on the startling statistics and research findings that reveal the severity of microplastics' infiltration into our ecosystems and our bodies, illuminating the urgent need for change.A pivotal part of our conversation centred around the strategies to combat plastic pollution, including policy advocacy, public awareness, and the push for international collaboration through initiatives like the global plastics treaty. Aidan's expertise shed light on the complexity of this issue, offering hope through actionable insights and underscoring the power of collective action.As we navigate these discussions, it's clear that confronting plastic pollution requires a multifaceted approach, encompassing regulatory reform, innovative alternatives, and a shift in public consciousness. Join us in exploring the path towards a more sustainable and plastic-free future, and discover how you can contribute to this crucial cause.For more insights and to get involved, visit EarthDay.org, and let's embark on this journey together towards making a tangible impact.And don't forget to check out and subscribe to the video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/2YuF58_DBloSupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Hal Good Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll Marcel Roquette Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

The Ocean Cleanup is heading back to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch with System 03, so Catching Up speaks to Senior Offshore Representative Grete Ernst ahead of her latest trip to the Pacific Ocean. Grete has front-row seats for the largest cleanup in history and shares her excitement at heading out once more. But Grete has many tales to tell from her time offshore, and she reveals what life is really like with the same crew for weeks on end, with land nearly a week's journey away - as she says, almost like a different planet. In such a key year for our oceans, Grete tells us how she'll be helping us optimize System 03 following its winter upgrades to make us even more impactful and efficient in cleaning plastic. From the Global Plastics Treaty to the importance of creative thinking in engineering, Grete gives us the full picture of cleaning the ocean - from up close.

In this episode, we discuss the recent court ruling that has put Canada's plastic ban in jeopardy. Anthony, a plastics campaigner from Oceana Canada, joins us to shed light on the significance of the ruling. The court deemed the plastics being banned as non-toxic, which raised questions about the effectiveness of the ban. Anthony explains that the ruling challenges the listing of plastics as toxic under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, which serves as the foundation for the ban. He emphasizes that the ban is still in effect as the government plans to appeal the ruling. However, during the appeal process, no new regulations are expected to be implemented. Anthony highlights the need for strong regulations and encourages individuals to get involved at the local level by advocating for bylaws that ban single-use plastics in their communities. He also mentions the upcoming Global Plastics Treaty negotiations as an opportunity to address plastic pollution on a global scale. Oceana Canada Website: https://oceana.ca/en/our-campaigns/plastics/ Share your conservation journey on the podcast by booking here: https://calendly.com/sufb/sufb-interview   Fill out our listener survey: https://www.speakupforblue.com/survey   Join the audio program - Build Your Marine Science and Conservation Career: https://www.speakupforblue.com/career   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc    The episode delves into the concept that spending time in nature can foster a deeper appreciation for the environment and a stronger desire to protect it. Both the host and guest express their belief in this idea, highlighting that when people immerse themselves in nature and form a connection with it, they are more inclined to safeguard it. The guest provides examples of individuals who engage in activities like hunting, fishing, or hobbies that involve being in the environment, and how they become advocates for preserving oceans and lands. The host concurs with this perspective, emphasizing that the more time people spend in nature, the more they develop a love for it and a commitment to its protection. They also underscore the significance of organizations like Oceana in nurturing this appreciation for nature and the environment. The podcast episode also addresses the disconnect between the scientific community and policy-making when it comes to addressing environmental issues. The speaker expresses frustration with the scientific community's focus on monitoring and reporting environmental degradation without taking practical steps to effect change. They believe that there is a lack of communication and collaboration between the scientific world in academia and the policy world that shapes environmental decisions. To bridge this gap, the speaker shares their personal experience of transitioning from academia to working on data and policy at WWF Canada. They specifically mention their work on freshwater health assessments and their efforts to protect the Great Lakes from flawed environmental policies. One example they highlight is the absence of regulation on road salt, which they argue has devastating effects on freshwater ecosystems. The speaker also discusses their current role at Oceania Canada, where they work on the plastics campaign. They emphasize the importance of making science-based decisions and applying valuable research findings to policy-making. They mention their ability to engage with academics and read academic papers, which allows them to integrate the worlds of science and policy. Overall, the episode suggests the need for improved communication and collaboration between the scientific community and policymakers to effectively address environmental issues. The speaker's personal experiences underscore the importance of incorporating science into practical policy-making and making evidence-based decisions. In the episode, the speakers emphasize the significance of habituating people to new processes and ways of interacting with their surroundings in order to bring about sustainable changes. They stress that implementing drastic changes all at once can be met with resistance and pushback. Instead, they propose a gradual approach, starting with smaller, more manageable changes. One example mentioned in the episode is the plastic movement, which originated from the issue of plastic straws and their impact on sea turtles. The speakers argue that beginning with small changes like these helps people adjust to new ways of doing things. They also note that these smaller changes are often the ones most widely discussed and covered in the media. The speakers also discuss the idea of effecting change on a larger scale by starting at the local level. They encourage individuals to engage in local politics and advocate for bylaws that ban single-use plastics at sports venues, for instance. They believe that by initiating change at a local level, individuals can have a broader impact and inspire others to follow suit. Overall, the episode underscores the importance of habituating people to new processes and ways of interacting with their surroundings to bring about sustainable changes. It emphasizes that change is a gradual process and that starting with smaller, manageable changes can be more effective in the long run. Additionally, the speakers encourage individuals to get involved in local politics and push for larger-scale changes to combat plastic pollution.

EIA's Ocean campaigners were among the first to spot the rising crisis of plastic pollution and we're proud to have helped lead the call for a new Global Plastics Treaty to tackle it. This month we'll be in Nairobi to attend the third session of the UN's Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee working out the detail. In this episode, EIA Ocean Campaign Leader Christina Dixon and Ocean Campaigner Jacob Kean-Hammerson join Senior Press & Communications Officer Paul Newman to bring us up to date on what's been happening at the talks so far and look ahead at what progress we can expect and any potential obstacles.

The first draft of the groundbreaking Global Plastics Treaty - a new law to address plastic pollution - will be negotiated from November 11-19, 2023. This is a crucial step in the global fight against plastic pollution, but what does this actually mean for us? We discuss what the Global Plastics Treaty is all about, and the major challenges that lie ahead in implementing such a significant treaty with Shantini Guna Rajan, a Policy Lead, WWF-Malaysia.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Upstream Policy Director and this episode's guest host, Sydney Harris, sits down with Judy Hilton, a reuse and sustainability consultant and researcher, and co-author of the recent groundbreaking report Making Reuse a Reality: A systems approach to tackling single-use plastic pollution. The report came about as a collaborative effort between Break Free From Plastic and the University of Portsmouth's Global Plastics Policy Centre (which Judy helped develop). It outlines the stages which will enable the transition away from single-use plastic so reuse systems can scale and  was presented at this spring's Global Plastics Treaty negotiations in Paris, INC-2. The report makes the case that the Treaty presents a key opportunity to set out the foundations of reuse systems. Learn more as Sydney and Judy dive deep on Judy's research and what it implies for reuse policy, standards, and more.Resources: Making Reuse a Reality: A systems approach to tackling single-use plastic pollutionThe Global Plastics Policy CentreBreak Free From Plastic The Global Plastics TreatyZero Waste Europe: The economics of reuseThe New Reuse EconomyJudy Hilton/Orbit Reuse

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen talks with Cate Lamb, Global Director of Water Security at CDP, the world's largest coalition of non-state actors committed to delivering a water secure future. Cate is responsible for ensuring that CDP's Water Security program maintains its status as the gold standard for disclosure of corporate and city water-related information globally, while also driving swift changes in corporate and city behavior towards water. She is leading CDP's work to accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy by enhancing water-related transparency and associated due diligence in private finance.  Cate's efforts have resulted in the creation of the world's first portfolio water impacts reporting framework designed for banks, asset managers, asset owners, and insurance companies. She is now spearheading the development of a Water Action Pathway for Finance alongside OECD, WFN, and UNEP FI.  Beyond her work at CDP, Cate has served as the UNFCCC High Level Climate Champion Lead for Water for COP26, is Co-Chair of the Science-Based Targets Network, advisor to UNGC's SDG Leadership network, knowledge partner of the TNFD, founder of the Fair Water Footprints Coalition, and one of Thomson Reuters 2023 Trailblazing Women working on Climate. Get ready as Kaitlyn and Cate dive into the important role of non-profits in the ESG space. Cate shares the CDP's process for collecting data for reporting frameworks, which are utilized by multiple stakeholders, including financial institutions, businesses, and academics.  Their work doesn't stop there - CDP's areas of focus have evolved from greenhouse gas emissions to its current work with plastics. Join the conversation as they review the Global Plastics Treaty which engages 200 countries in efforts to address the entire lifecycle of plastics, with a particular focus on stopping the flow of plastic waste into the ocean. When it comes to proper plastics recycling, the impact is far-reaching and affects a variety of industries, from petroleum to fashion. For those looking to dive deeper into this important issue, the United Nations Framework for the Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is an excellent resource.  Unlock the world of corporate sustainability and join the ESG Decoded Podcast community, where we thoughtfully go in depth on complex issues. Make sure to subscribe to be notified of new episodes on your favorite streaming platforms, YouTube, and our social channels (linked below).  Episode Resource Links Cate's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catelamb/ CDP Website: https://www.cdp.net/en United Nations FCCC Website: https://unfccc.int/ 

A new global plastics treaty due to take effect in 2025 will reset the world's strategy for reducing and reversing plastic's environmental and health impacts. Get a primer on the politics and issues defining the agreement from Dimitris Faloutsos, Head of Transboundary Waters at the United Nations' Global Water Partnership (GWP). The Global Water Project and London-based policy institute Chatham House recently released a report, "Why lifecycle solutions are needed to tackle marine plastic pollution." He and his coauthors argue that many solutions are available but require increased investment in the collection and processing of plastic with transparency about the performance at every step in the process to create accountability. The report argues that plastic pollution, which costs society more than $100 billion a year due to health and environmental damage now, will continue to grow until emerging strategies pioneered in Europe, Japan, and Chile — along with new ideas and technologies — to prevent plastic from reaching the ocean. In other words, we have many of the ideas and technologies necessary, and it's a matter of putting them to work while continuing to learn and improve the system.More than two billion people live without access to waste collection services. Plastic pollution is growing with the volume of plastic produced, which has grown by 4.4% annually since the global financial crisis in 2007. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's Global Plastics Outlook reports that 22 million tons of plastic pollution entered the environment in 2019. If society continues plastic business as usual, 44MM tons will pollute the world's waters, land, and animal bodies by 2060. You can read the report at https://circulareconomy.earth/publications/why-lifecycle-solutions-are-needed-to-tackle-marine-plastic-pollution

The second meeting of the International Negotiations Committee (INC-2) had lofty ambitions. But the first three days of these Plastics Treaty negotiations were mired in political antics…making many representatives from Asia feel as though they were back to square one of just talk and no action on dealing with the plastic crisis. And it seems that two camps have surfaced in these negotiations: Those that want the treaty to be voluntary commitments like the climate change Paris agreement, and those who want a treaty with more teeth and regulations. Any commitments under the global plastic treaty will eventually be adopted as national targets by the signatory countries, and then translated into National Action Plans to implement programs and strategies for meeting these targets. The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) is planning on finalizing the treaty by 2024 over the next few INC meetings…and committed at INC-2 to make the first draft treaty to discuss at INC-3. So to continue our focus on how reuse, reduce and refill will be highlighted in the treaty negotiations…. we wanted to bring back Marian Ledesma Zero Waste Campaigner with/ Greenpeace Southeast Asia in Manila. Marian attended the INC-22 meetings in Paris, and we wanted to get her thoughts on how that went. We also invited Christina Dixon, Oceans Campaign Leader from the Environmental Investigation Agency to talk in more detail about the action steps and types of language needed to get the treaty moving in the reuse, refill and repair direction. To wrap up we talk about what you listeners can do to support their efforts at the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations….Production credits:Host: Marcy Trent LongProducer: Carol MangContributing Editor: Jill BaxterIntro outro music: Alex MauboussinSign up to find out when new Sustainable Asia seasons are launched!We have partnered with Break Free From Plastic (BFFP), headquartered in Asia, to produce this series. BFFP has numerous resources on their website about the Global Plastics Treaty and the Reuse | Refill | Repair initiative:https: www.breakfreefromplastic.org plastics-treaty https: www.breakfreefromplastic.org 2023 04 28 youth-summit-2023-global-plastics-treaty Video Credits: UNEP: "A once in a planet opportunity" Inger Andersen, INC-2 | Paris, France

A bonus episode about the Global Plastics Treaty from one of my favorite podcasts called Plastisphere. It's run by Anja Krieger in Berlin, and like Sustainable Asia, Plastisphere really looks at the science behind this plastic waste crisis. I thought listeners would appreciate this episode, as it gives a great background to the Global Plastics Treaty. In the past months, Anja asked scientists and experts to send her their thoughts and demands. In this episode, you'll get to hear messages from Richard Thompson, Bethany Carney Almroth, Sonia Dias, Tridibesh Dey, Martin Wagner, Trisia Farrelly, Rebecca Altman and Lesley Henderson.Plastisphere is a research and interview podcast by Anja Krieger, published in the spirit of the gift economy. Please rate and review the podcast and support the production costs via PayPal: plastisphere.earth support Transcript with links to music and sources: anjakrieger.com plastisphere 2023…13-plastictreaty Subscribe: www.plastisphere.earthTheme song: Dorian RoyMusic: Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue UNEP video 1: www.youtube.com watch?v=28mNomsFsFYUNEP video 2: www.youtube.com watch?v=N_GSIL0lLDsThanks for kind permission, additional audio and images to Miranda Grant, Ahmed Yusuf and the UNEP press team.Cover art: Maren von StockhausenThanks to: Baldeep KaurFollow regular updates on Mastodon: @plastisphere@podcasts.socialFollow occasional posts on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram: @PlastispherePod

How close are we to seeing a global plastics treaty?Last week countries gathered for the second Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee meeting to bring them a step closer to signing a legally-binding agreement to end plastic pollution.Professor Steve Fletcher and Antaya March from the University of Portsmouth's Global Plastics Policy Centre were at INC-2 in Paris, presenting the centre's findings and research.Today's Life Solved episode will unpack what was agreed, look at the roadmap ahead, and give an insight into the upcoming PlasticsFuture 2023 conference.USEFUL LINKSINC-2: https://www.unep.org/events/conference/second-session-intergovernmental-negotiating-committee-develop-internationalProfessor Steve Fletcher: https://www.port.ac.uk/about-us/structure-and-governance/our-people/our-staff/steve-fletcherAntaya March:https://www.port.ac.uk/about-us/structure-and-governance/our-people/our-staff/antaya-marchRevolution Plastics: https://www.port.ac.uk/news-events-and-blogs/events/the-revolution-continuesPlasticsFuture 2023 Conference:https://www.port.ac.uk/news-events-and-blogs/events/plasticsfuture-2023/plasticsfuture-2023-conference-programmeGlobal Plastics Police Centre:https://plasticspolicy.port.ac.uk/DEFRA: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the second round of negotiations for a UN treaty to end plastic pollution underway, in this episode we'll explore how the INC-2 event taking place in Paris this week marks a crucial stage in the negotiations.The Ellen MacArthur Foundation and WWF has convened the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty to bring together businesses and financial institutions committed to supporting the development of an ambitious, effective and legally binding UN treaty to end plastic pollution.We'll hear from Eirik Lindebjerg, Global Plastics Policy Manager at WWF, and Carsten Wachholz, Business Coalition Secretariat Co-Lead at the Foundation, about the recommendations the Business Coalition has made, and why a treaty is so important.Find out more about the negotiations Learn more about the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty

Episode 1: JTF interviews Tony Walker: The tropics should not become the world's plastic pollution problem In this episode, JTF Podcast Editor Joanna Stanberry interviews Tony Walker about his Tropical Provocation article, ‘The tropics should not become the world's plastic pollution problem' in the Journal of Tropical Futures: Sustainable Business, Governance, & Development.  Content mentioned in the podcast: Tony Walker's Journal of Tropical Futures article, The tropics should not become the world's plastic pollution problem' https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/27538931231165273 Science letter ‘Global plastic treaty should address chemicals' which includes Tony Walker and Anja Krieger as authors: https://www.science.org/doi/full/10.1126/science.adf5410 World Economic Forum, March 29, 2023, ‘How plastic credits could tackle the social impacts of climate change' https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/03/revolutionizing-sustainability-how-plastic-credit-schemes-could-tackle-an-overlooked-crisis/ The Manila Times, April 26, 2023, ‘New plastics treaty may not be enough': https://www.manilatimes.net/2023/04/06/opinion/editorial/new-plastics-treaty-may-not-be-enough/1885978 Resources that are helpful for understanding the context: Podcast Show Plastisphere: A podcast on plastic pollution in the environment, Ep. 12: Paving the Way for a Global Plastics Treaty (especially important, from 15:37–Alexis McGivern's story about waste pickers in the Maldives) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-12-paving-the-way-for-a-global-plastics-treaty/id1435041659?i=1000553932460 Transcripts: https://anjakrieger.com/plastisphere/2022/03/14/transcript-ep12-plastics-treaty/ Anja Krieger. Brooke Bauman reported this episode, based on episode 3 of her “Guilty Plastics” series: Go to @guiltyplasticsto hear more. https://soundcloud.com/guiltyplastics (Alexis McGivern, Claire Arkin) Plastisphere Guest Episode - What on Earth: Plastics Treaty Negotiations Start in Uruguay https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plastisphere-a-podcast-on-plastic-pollution-in/id1435041659?i=1000587615803 Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) podcast: What can we expect from the negotiations for the first Global Plastic Treaty https://eia-international.org/news/eia-podcast-what-can-we-expect-from-negotiations-for-the-first-global-plastics-treaty/

Delegations from nearly 200 countries are gathering in Paris to work on a Global Plastics Treaty. It's the second round of talks on an internationally binding agreement, which will lay out how to address plastic pollution globally. The UN Environment Assembly aims to finish negotiations by the end of next year. Tearfund's Claire Gray says plastic production doubled between 2000 and 2019, and it's badly affecting people living in poverty. She says about one in four people have no access to waste management and must burn or dump their rubbish, causing huge health impacts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We need other solutions to the plastic waste crisis. Solutions that involve reduce, reuse, refill and repair here in Asia. And those types of solutions…need to be included in the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations. The Global Plastics Treaty agreement is not a mechanism to control plastic waste. It is a roadmap for the world to control the life cycle of plastics that have come to dominate our natural environment and impact our health in ways we still don't fully understand.So that's what we are going to talk about in this episode. Luckily, I had the opportunity to speak with two incredibly knowledgeable people about this. Marian Ledesma, Zero Waste Campaigner with Greenpeace Southeast Asia based in Manila, who will be attending the INC-2 meetings in Paris next week. Greenpeace Southeast Asia is a Break Free From Plastic member organization, and Marian has a deep knowledge of the plastic crisis here in Asia, as well as how to focus policies so that single use plastic…with all of its health and environmental impacts…can be eliminated from our lives. My other guest Darina Maulana, of Enviu Indonesia based in Jakarta, works with startups in the reuse and refill space in Indonesia. She has a hands-on view of what types of programs and regulations work in megacities in Asia…so that single use plastic consumption can be dramatically reduced…if not totally eliminated!To wrap up we talk about what you listeners can do to support their efforts at the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations….Production credits:Host: Marcy Trent LongProducer: Carol MangContributing Editor: Jill BaxterIntro/outro music: Alex MauboussinSign up to find out when new Sustainable Asia seasons are launched!Resources:We have partnered with Break Free From Plastic (BFFP), headquartered in Asia, to produce this series. BFFP has numerous resources on their website about the Global Plastics Treaty and the Reuse | Refill | Repair initiative:https://www.breakfreefromplastic.org/plastics-treaty/https://www.breakfreefromplastic.org/2023/04/28/youth-summit-2023-global-plastics-treaty/Video Credits: UN Agrees to Roadmap for global plastic pollution treaty, The WorldThe Truth About Plastic Recycling..It's Complicated, Undecided with Matt Ferrell

The Global Plastics Treaty negotiations kicked off! This is a historic moment for Asia, because after decades of plastic waste washing up on their shores…finally..there may be a path forward. Join us as we talk to BFFP members and other experts about each INC meeting, to find out what YOU can do to support their work at the treaty negotiations.Production credits:Host: Marcy Trent LongProducer: Carol MangContributing Editor: Jill BaxterIntro/outro music: Alex MauboussinSign up to find out when new Sustainable Asia seasons are launched!Resources:We have partnered with Break Free From Plastic (BFFP), headquartered in Asia, to produce this series. BFFP has numerous resources on their website about the Global Plastics Treaty and the Reuse | Refill | Repair initiative:https://www.breakfreefromplastic.org/plastics-treaty/https://www.breakfreefromplastic.org/2023/04/28/youth-summit-2023-global-plastics-treaty/Video Credits: We urgently need a Global Plastics Treaty. Here's why. By Greenpeace International

Meet Saeed Hamid a Guyanese attorney-at-law with a keen interest in maritime law, environmental law, and human rights law. Driven by his experiences in the Caribbean region, he is constantly pursuing opportunities to contribute to the development of policies and legislation which target social and environmental issues. Saeed holds a Master of Laws from the University of Aberdeen, where he completed courses on international law, politics, environmental regulation, and human rights. Following private practice, Hamid served at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Guyana for two years, during which he participated in several national and international conferences and policy dialogues on numerous environmental matters, including Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ). He is currently the international plastics fellow at New York University's Guarini Center and Plastics Advisor to the Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the plastics pollution issues plaguing Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and discuss the upcoming sessions on the road to a global plastics treaty. For more on Saeed be sure to follow him on Instagram and check out the additional resources below. 1. Recording of SIDS Talk Plastics: Part 1: Remediation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9glU9E7-Cdo&t=1087s2. Guarini Center's research on SIDS and Plastic pollution: https://guarinicenter.org/issues/oceans/plastics/ 3. Paper on States Submissions ahead of INC-2: https://guarinicenter.org/document/survey-of-state-inc-2-submissions/ As always follow @ecovybz on all socials.

The UN Environment Assembly is in the process of negotiating a new Global Plastics Treaty, with the second phase of talks kicking off at the end of May to hammer out the detailed needed to properly address the fast-rising threat of plastics pollution. In this episode, EIA Ocean Campaign Leader Christina Dixon and Ocean Campaigner Jacob Kean-Hammerson talk about their preparations for the second meeting of the International Negotiating Committee and the role of the influential fossil fuels lobby in the process.

Gia Machlin of New York City distributor EcoPlum discusses the importance of creating a Global Plastics Treaty and strategies distributors can use to become more sustainable.

More and more we're hearing about plastic pollution, especially in the ocean. Just the other day I read a post by long distance swimmer Ryan Stramrood who swam from mainland Cape Town to Robben Island for the 127th time. He wrote that he'd encountered a kilometer long stretch of filth in Table Bay. And that dolphins he saw were distressed by the mess. Well, here to speak to us about the Global Plastics Treaty and an anti-plastic pollution petition you can sign, is GreenPeace Africa's Nhlanhla Sibisi (Link Below) https://www.greenpeace.org/international/act/lets-end-the-age-of-plastic/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Dave Ford. He is the Founder of the Ocean Plastics Leadership Network.In 2021 the OPLN launched the Global Treaty Dialogues, a global virtual summit series engineered to build capacity and understanding around a Global Plastics Treaty. Participants include one hundred forty organizations from 34 countries across the vast plastic stakeholder spectrum.We talked about:(05:14) Why getting fired as a media executive was the best thing that happened to him(12:14) How ayahuasca helped him find healing with his pains with past relationship and job(26:07) How wildlife expedition helped him fall in love with nature(47:33) Why plastic corporations want to solve the plastic crisis(49:32) What are the best metrics to measure corporate efforts to solve environmental challenges (55:06) How is he able to put different stakeholders of the plastic crisis in the same room(58:44) How he found his niche? What is the core offer of the OPLN?(63:30) What is his success metric of the OPLN?(69:09) What's his advice to the younger Dave who is at the crossroads of quitting corporate and starting his first business

  Workers in the informal waste and recovery sector (IWRS)—such as collectors, traders and waste pickers—help recycle almost 60 percent of the world's plastic waste and, in some countries, provide the only form of municipal solid waste collection. This service financially supports millions of workers who are already facing social marginalization, poverty, appalling working conditions […]

Puerto Rican cities sue fossil fuel giants under the RICO Act. 2 million Houston residents need to boil water to cook and clean Mississippi River backs up 3,000 barges due to low water levels The Irish Constitution may change to protect biodiversity. Fuel prices having ‘catastrophic consequences' on EU fisheries, The Global Plastics Treaty coming? Protections for shark species, turtles, lizards and frogs enacted Hemp major absorber of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere

In March this year, the United Nations Environment Assembly agreed to forge ahead with a new Global Plastics Treaty and next week sees work start in earnest to get the detail in place to address the fast-rising threat of plastics pollution. In this episode, EIA Ocean Campaign Leader Christina Dixon and Ocean Campaigner Jacob Kean-Hammerson talk about why work on this treaty is so important and what to expect from the negotiations.

We've seen the reports and news headlines: "Our planet is choking on plastic" "Microplastics: Polluting our blood, foetuses - and now the dairy and meat we eat." Along with the climate and biodiversity loss crises, pollution - including air and plastic pollution - is the third part of the Triple Planetary Crisis. How can we be part of the solution to end plastic pollution? In conjunction with #PlasticFreeJuly, we discuss this and more on this month's episode of Plastic Soup - an ongoing series where we ask whether we are indeed living in a giant bowl of plastic soup, and explore ways we can get out of this goop. Helping us today is Hema Mahadevan, a Public Engagement Campaigner at Greenpeace Malaysia, who will also share her views on the Global Plastics Treaty, and Malaysia's Plastics Sustainability Roadmap.Image credit: Shutterstock / Maxim Blinkov

We've seen the reports and news headlines: "Our planet is choking on plastic" "Microplastics: Polluting our blood, foetuses - and now the dairy and meat we eat." Along with the climate and biodiversity loss crises, pollution - including air and plastic pollution - is the third part of the Triple Planetary Crisis. How can we be part of the solution to end plastic pollution? In conjunction with #PlasticFreeJuly, we discuss this and more on this month's episode of Plastic Soup - an ongoing series where we ask whether we are indeed living in a giant bowl of plastic soup, and explore ways we can get out of this goop. Helping us today is Hema Mahadevan, a Public Engagement Campaigner at Greenpeace Malaysia, who will also share her views on the Global Plastics Treaty, and Malaysia's Plastics Sustainability Roadmap.Image credit: Shutterstock / Maxim BlinkovSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Gammage is a plastic pollution campaigner at the Environmental Investigation Agency in London, where he is working to secure an ambitious new plastics treaty for the planet. We talk about the growing plastics 'emergency', the need for a global plastics treaty, the recent meeting of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) in Nairobi to discuss such a treaty, and key recommended actions for government. Useful links:Tom on LinkedIn (here): Environmental Investigation Agency (here)Recent Conversation article on the plastic treaty (here)Recent BBC News article on the need for a plastic treaty (here) EIA report Connecting the Dots: Plastic pollution and the planetary emergency (here).For further information about Ocean Protect, check us out at www.oceanprotect.com.au See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Plastic Free Mersey is an initiative which aims to bring together science, funding and education to help address the issue of plastic pollution in the River Mersey. Crucially, it involves some major players in the plastics industry in a collaborative partnership. In this episode, Dave Gray speaks to key stakeholders in the project: Chris Coode, Deputy Chief Executive at Thames21 Jason Leadbitter, Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at INOVYN. Jim Seward, Senior Vice President, Research & Development, Technology & Sustainability at LyondellBasell, and chairman of the Executive Committee of the World Plastics Council John Sanders, Strategic Planning Director at the Mersey Rivers Trust We covered a broad range of topics, including The importance of collaborative working between industry, government, NGOs, charities and the public. In particular, the importance of industry lending not only finance and advocacy, but also actively sharing science and expertise. The Global Plastics Treaty – key industry voices discuss the virtues of limiting production vs. design for circularity. How we can create value for waste. What do we really mean when we say ‘circular economy'? The lifecycle assessments of plastics (in certain industries) compared to alternative materials – why plastics have a sustainable role to play in society. Why the industry has a responsibility to prove that there are models that work – and deserve funding. The importance of training citizen scientists to truly understand problem plastics Sharing scientifically-sound information about problem plastics that exist in our rivers with local communities. The potential of chemical recycling. Listen to this episode via the player above, or listen and subscribe via the following channels: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3t0iJPF Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3MLa10n Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3sZ1teF Samsung Podcast App: Open the app and search 'Interplas Insights' Amazon Music/Audible: https://amzn.to/3LLMJWD TuneIn + Alexa: https://bit.ly/3yXKxsh Podbean: https://bit.ly/3PFLpI4 iHeartRadio: https://bit.ly/3Gf1b8B Player FM: https://bit.ly/3NAipzH Listen Notes: https://bit.ly/3sX6ynh Podchaser: https://bit.ly/3yWlN3K

This is Part Four of our four-part series, Waves of Change, in collaboration with Oceana. In March, at the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-5) in Nairobi, world leaders and representatives from UN Member States endorsed a historic resolution to End Plastic Pollution. By 2024, leaders will create an international legally binding agreement to fight the plastic problem with a global treaty. So what exactly is this treaty and what should it include? Christy Leavitt, Oceana's Plastics Campaign Director, joins the show to explain the efforts and why it was pursued. Then, Christopher Chin, Executive Director of the Center for Ocean Awareness, Research, and Education (COARE), joins the show to take us behind the scenes of negotiations and help us understand what comes next as details of the legal binding agreement are hammered out.  Subscribe to our Substack newsletter "The Climate Weekly": https://theclimateweekly.substack.com/ As always, follow us @climatepod on Twitter and email us at theclimatepod@gmail.com. Our music is "Gotta Get Up" by The Passion Hifi, check out his music at thepassionhifi.com. Rate, review and subscribe to this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and more! Subscribe to our new YouTube channel! Join our Facebook group. Check out our updated website!

Student Loan forgiveness still on the table? It could be hitting Corey if all goes well?Red Pill vs Blue Pill: Mask Mandates Lifted on planes. Folks on both sides of the Left-Right culture and identity war have a lot of meaningless things to say. Which side will we / you take on these?NEW SEGMENT!! Things We Shouldn't Care About: Trump Endorses Dr. Oz as wine moms gear up to take their to-go cups to the polls in Pennsylvania!Labor Movement Update: A Chicago Investment Firm President makes money off the backs of union workers...while trying to bust Starbucks Unions?Christian Smalls chastised for talking to the most watched man on TV while trying to push his cause. It's time we learn how a movement and a coalition are actually built!Corey does is monologue on Law Enforcement and the shooting of unarmed minorities.Good News: The UN's Global Plastics Treaty.Thanks To Our Show Links:https://www.irinsider.org/environment-1/2022/3/31/un-must-address-global-disparities-in-plastic-pollution-treatyhttps://jimmydorecomedy.com/the-jimmy-dore-show-podcast/https://www.levernews.com/how-union-workers-money-funds-a-union-buster/  

We can't solve the plastics packaging pollution issue by reducing or eliminating material, but we can innovate our way out of it, says a Mars executive. In this Earth Day 2022 Packaging Possibilities podcast, Anders Bering, Vice President, Global Public Affairs of Mars Inc., explains: • Why Mars supports this treaty; • How we think about the plastic pollution problem in different ways in different parts of the world; • The promise of advanced/molecular/chemical recycling, especially for flexible packaging; • How the treaty will impact plastic packaging.

Today Jason and I will be covering sustainable stories from the month of March 2022! These stories include Starbucks phasing out their cups, the Global Plastics Treaty, and the new SEC Climate Rules.  Follow us on social media @sustainabiliME.pod Sources: CNN - Starbucks Planning to Phase Out Iconic Cups NPR - Starbucks plans to phase out paper cups in the US and Canada Gibson Dunn - Global Plastics Treaty SEC - Rules to Enhance and Standardize Climate Related Disclosures for Investors

Eight years after first flagging plastics as an issue, the United Nations Environment Assembly met in March 2022 for a historic decision. Delegates from more than 170 nations agreed on a mandate to put together a legally binding global plastics treaty within the next two years. Despite some lobbying against it behind the scenes, the draft for a strong resolution prevailed with just a few cuts. The treaty can now cover plastic pollution across the full lifecycle of the material, from production to consumption and disposal. Learn more about the path that led up to this landmark decision from Brooke Bauman, who hosts this episode of Plastisphere. She explores the concept of waste colonialism and compares the impacts of recycling and incineration in conversation with Alexis McGivern and Claire Arkin of GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives). Transcript with videos, links and photos from Kenya by James Wakibia: https://anjakrieger.com/plastisphere/2022/03/12/transcript-ep12-plastics-treaty/ Plastisphere is a research podcast by Anja Krieger. Brooke Bauman reported this episode, based on episode 3 of her “Guilty Plastics” series: Go to https://soundcloud.com/guiltyplastics to hear more. You can support our production via www.plastisphere.earth/support/ Guest voices: Alexis McGivern, Claire Arkin Thanks to: Kevin Fisher, Nils Simon, Karen Raubenheimer, Baldeep Kaur Grewal, Eva Vander Giessen, Tridibesh Dey, Luisa Beck, Inés Blaesius and all the Plastic Tweeps Subscribe: www.plastisphere.earth
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The New Zealand government is being urged to show regional leadership in upcoming negotiations for a global plastics treaty.

Rebecca Prince-Ruiz founded the Plastic Free July movement more than a decade ago and her efforts have seen her named as Western Australia's Local Hero of the Year. She was in Nairobi to witness the United Nations Environment Assembly unanimously agree to establish a global and legally binding plastics treaty years in the making.

In just a few days, the United Nations Environment Assembly is due to start work on the creation of a global plastics treaty to tackle the very real planetary emergency of plastic pollution. In this edition, Christina Dixon, EIA Ocean Campaigns Deputy Leader, talks about why the world so urgently needs an international agreement to tackle the plastics crisis and how close we may be to achieving one.