Global Plastic Action Partnership | Unlocking the Plastics Circular Economy: Case Studies on Investment
It is estimated that 11 million tonnes of plastic currently flows into the ocean every year, and, without significant action, that number will grow to 29 million tonnes each year by 2040. Solutions—both downstream and upstream—to this potential disaster exist, yet the transition to a circular economy will require an investment of $1.2 trillion, as […]
WWF | Research Assessment on the Attitudes and Motivations of Women in Waste
Studies on plastics and gender displayed three overarching concepts including women’s interlinked role with household care, their role in the plastics value chain, and perception of hazard in the waste sector. Environmental behaviors often serve as animpetus for determining green consumptionpractices (Zhao et al., 2021), with womenendorsing stronger pro-environmentalattitudes than men. Aruta (2021) observedthat women […]
WWF-Indonesia | Extended Producer Responsibility Guideline on Plastic Products & Packaging for Industries in Indonesia
Extended Producers Responsibility (EPR) is widely recognized as a critical policy tool to encourage businesses to be held accountable for the end-of-life impacts of their plastic products and packaging and the development of eco-friendly products. Indonesia’s government strengthens its commitment towards EPR by the launch of the Ministry of Environment and Forest Regulation No. P.75/2019, […]
WWF | Rising Tides II: Public Opinion Overwhelmingly Supports Global Rules to End Plastic Pollution
Plastic production, consumption and pollution levels have increased exponentially since plastic became widespread in the 1950s. More than 2,000 animal species have encountered plastic pollution in their environment, and nearly 90% of species specifically studied are known to be negatively affected. WWF and the Plastic Free Foundation commissioned global research company Ipsos to undertake this […]
WWF | Towards a Treaty to End Plastic Pollution
In March 2022, UN member states made the historic decision to develop an international, legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution. This is a unique opportunity to unlock systemic change across the global plastics economy. An effective treaty will deliver decisive impact across the full value chain. If not structured properly, however, there is a […]
GIZ | Benchmark of Plastic Hotspotting Methodologies
Plastic pollution is a major threat to the oceans, with litter reaching alarming levels. Stakeholders recognize the need for effective strategies to limit plastic discharge, including bans, accountability measures, and awareness-raising efforts. However, assessing the success of these actions is challenging due to the lack of standardized measurement methods. Accurate data is essential for decision-makers […]
WWF-Philippines | Waste Management Strategies and Pilot Testing
It has been estimated that Filipinos use 2.15 million tons of plastic annually, the highest in Southeast Asia —with about 750 million tons (35%) going into the open environment—making the country the third-largest plastic waste polluter in the world. WWF-Philippines, in partnership with the Coca-Cola Foundation, implemented the Waste Management Strategies and Pilot Testing for […]
Healthy Ocean and Clean Cities Initiative | Community Behavior Change – Strategy for Plastic Waste Reduction: 10 Key Questions
Using plastic has many benefits: It keeps our food fresh for longer, protects fragile items, and makes furniture and appliances light and sturdy, among others. Plastic has made our lives more comfortable, easier, and safer. The availability and accessibility of plastic have influenced our consumption patterns, as it is often viewed as a convenient and […]
WWF-Indonesia | Plastic Waste Learning Module (for student)
Plastic Waste Learning Module by WWF-Indonesia This learning module is designed for students to understand the current global environmental issue, plastic waste. This module is expected to become a learning tool that motivates students to think more critically and creatively about plastic and how to implement it in their daily lives. Language: Bahasa Indonesia
WWF-Philippines | Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Scheme Assessment for Plastic Packaging Waste in the Philippines
A proposed EPR model for the country was developed by taking into consideration the current solid waste management system in place. This proposed EPR scheme builds upon the already existing SWM infrastructure in place and sees to it that the principle of producer responsibility is applied to address the gaps in the current system rather […]