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#RoadToBusan: Earth Action just opened its global plastic data product, Plasteax, free of charge to governments ahead of the UN Global Plastic Treaty negotiations INC5 to take place in Busan, South Korea at the end of November. ♻️The Plasteax database helps track plastic consumption, waste management, and leakage across 72 countries. The aim is to harmonize data reporting, empowering governments, corporations, and NGOs to tackle plastic pollution with consistent, reliable data. 📹Learn more at our upcoming webinar on November 7th: https://lnkd.in/ezyX93i8 🗞️Press release: https://lnkd.in/eTnXXG82

The 5th of September marked global Plastic Overshoot Day – the point in the year where the amount of plastic waste generated exceeds our ability to manage it.This year, EA - Earth Action’s Plastic Overshoot Day report found that 220 million tonnes of plastic waste is set to be generated in 2024.It showed that on average, 28kg of plastic waste per person will be generated globally, with a steady rise in total plastic waste of 7.11% since 2021.Our findings demonstrate the urgent need for action to protect our environment and health from the threat of plastic pollution. While many corporations and SMEs are already taking steps to tackle this crisis, it is this corporate action along with government collaboration and legislation that will deliver impactful change.With two months to go until the final round of UN negotiations for an international treaty on plastic pollution, the report serves as an urgent reminder for international businesses, governments and SMEs that we can no longer function “business as usual”.We have great hope that 2024 is the year where we see ambition turned into action.Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/empcABPY #PlasticPollution #GlobalPlasticsTreaty

🌍 New Report Alert: Making the Global Plastics Treaty Work for MSMEs 🌍 Thank you to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, in collaboration with WWF, for commissioning EA - Earth Action to delve into the crucial role that Micro-, Small-, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) play in the plastics industrial transition. We engaged with over 130 MSMEs across the value chain and across the world, to examine the impact of a global plastics treaty on MSMEs. Our main findings are: 💡 MSMEs represent 90% of businesses globally and are crucial for innovation in the plastics industry. 💡 MSME's consider that an ambitious treaty can help level the playing field and drive innovation. 💡 Properly implemented global rules can unlock significant opportunities and benefits for MSMEs, particularly in new markets. 💡 The market for virgin plastic production is expected to shrink, while investments in alternative materials and reuse systems will grow. 💡Job losses in virgin plastic production may be offset by gains in plastic reduction, reuse, and recycling sectors. 💡 MSMEs need support for upskilling, technology transfer, and financial resources to manage the transition effectively. 💡Policy recommendations include differentiated implementation timelines, technology and knowledge transfer, vocational training, and flexible financial instruments to support MSMEs. INC negotiators can be confident that global rules will unlock significant opportunities and benefits across the MSME landscape, provided the treaty includes specific measures to support MSMEs in managing the transition. Explore the full report and join the conversation on how we can make the global plastics treaty work for all businesses. 🔗 Read the report: https://lnkd.in/epnXUPuE #PlasticsTreaty #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy #MSMEs

🌍 Earth Action is proud to have contributed to the publication of the article “The global apparel industry is a significant yet overlooked source of plastic leakage” in Nature Communications. 📑 This groundbreaking study explores the significant impact of the global apparel industry on plastic pollution. It reveals that in 2019, the apparel industry generated 8.3 million tons of plastic pollution, accounting for 14% of the total plastic pollution across all sectors. The main source of plastic pollution in the apparel supply chain is synthetic clothing. 🔄 To combat this pressing issue, a fundamental shift towards a circular economy and a reduction in synthetic apparel consumption is essential. 🔧 At Earth Action, we are at the forefront of pioneering solutions and initiatives to tackle the plastic pollution crisis and support companies in reducing their plastic footprint. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dvFmyXmx Thanks to all co-authors for the precious collaboration: Anna Kounina, Jesse Daystar, Ph.D., Sophie Chalumeau (she/her), Jon Devine, Roland Geyer, Steven Pires, Shreya Sonar and Richard Venditti. #PlasticPollution #WasteReduction #CircularEconomy

📢 Appel à Action : La Suisse doit agir contre la pollution plastique. La session d'été du Parlement suisse s'ouvre aujourd'hui, avec une vingtaine de sujets sur le plastique à l'ordre du jour pour les trois prochaines semaines. Dans une lettre ouverte parue vendredi dans Le Temps (disponible sur le site Swiss Plastic Action), EA - Earth Action et une quarantaine de scientifiques suisses et internationaux, médecins et ONG suisses, appellent les parlementaires à adopter des mesures immédiates pour lutter contre cette menace silencieuse mais bien réelle. En effet, le récent rapport "Stopper l'avalanche de plastique en Suisse" révèle que chaque année, 8'270 tonnes de plastique polluent nos airs, nos eaux et nos terres, avec les microplastiques constituant plus de 90% de cette pollution. Ce rapport met en lumière l'insuffisance des actions prévues jusqu'à présent et propose 8 scénarios de réduction de la pollution plastique d'ici 2040. 🔗 Pour découvrir la lettre ouverte ainsi que le rapport, rendez-vous sur le site de Swiss Plastic Action: https://lnkd.in/e36jTHvp   🙏 EA exprime sa profonde gratitude aux signataires pour leur soutien et leur dévouement dans la lutte contre la pollution plastique, parmi eux: Anne-Marie Boulay, Antoinette Vermilye (she/her), 🌍 Aurélie Gateaud, Elise Buckle, Edward Mitchell, Fabienne McLellan, Florian Breider , Joan Marc Simon, Julia Steinberger, Julien Boucher, Dr. Iris Menn, Natalie Bino, Nicolas Senn, Pascal Mulattieri, Pete Myers, RICHARD THOMPSON OBE FRS, Sian Sutherland, @Valérie d'Acremont #SwissPlasticAction #PollutionPlastique #SantéPublique #Suisse #Environnement

🚨 Chaque année, entre 3'700 et 8'270 tonnes de plastiques finissent dans l’air, les eaux et les sols en Suisse. Aujourd’hui, EA - Earth Action publie le rapport « Stopper l’avalanche de plastique en Suisse » qui révèle l’ampleur de la pollution plastique en Suisse et propose un appel urgent à l’action pour y remédier. Le rapport souligne que les actions déjà planifiées ne suffiront pas à éliminer la pollution plastique et propose 8 scénarios de réduction de la pollution plastique d’ici 2040, combinant réduction à la source, meilleure gestion en fin de vie et changements de comportements. EA - Earth Action appelle les parlementaires à adopter des mesures immédiates pour lutter contre cette menace silencieuse mais bien réelle. 🙏 EA adresse ses sincères remerciements à l’équipe dévouée qui a réalisé ce rapport ainsi qu’aux nombreux contributeurs : Pete Myers, Anne-Marie Boulay, Jane Muncke, Lukas Kenner ; Antoinette Vermilye (she/her), Sian Sutherland, Maria Westerbos, Mike Hecker, Nicolas Rochat, Erica Mazerolle-Castillo, Association pour la Sauvegarde du Léman - ASL; Melissa Ines Gomis, Noémie Voirin, Christophe Badertscher, Sarah Perreard, Julien Boucher, Downstairs Design. 🔗 Découvrez le rapport complet: https://lnkd.in/e-prx6Ck #SwissPlasticAction #PollutionPlastique #SantéPublique #Suisse #Environnement 

🌎 We're thrilled to unveil our newest Impact Report, detailing a year of dedicated efforts in building science, crafting solutions, and creating spaces for sustainable transformation and lasting impact. Here are some key highlights from 2023: ➡️ Adding it up report: Our study introduces a novel method of measuring the leakage of additives caused by mismanaged waste. ➡️ Plastic Footprint Network: In 2023, EA convened Plastic Footprint Network, a network comprising 100 professionals from 35 organizations. Through collaborative efforts under EA's coordination, Plastic Footprint Network released an updated version of the plastic footprint methodology. The Plastic Footprint Network website now provides 11 modules for professionals, assisting in the measurement of plastic leakage and directing mitigation efforts effectively. ➡️ Launch of Plastic Overshoot Day: Introduced in 2023, our report sheds new light on the plastic pollution crisis, aiming to support UN Plastic Treaty negotiators and other global actors in addressing this urgent issue. We've recently launched the 2024 report, setting Plastic Overshoot Day on the 5th of September 2024. ➡️ International clients: We're proud to have partnered with 59 international clients, supporting them on their sustainable journey. From conducting plastic footprint analyses to assessing carbon footprints, performing Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs), and providing access to our Plasteax data for comprehensive plastic waste management, we remain dedicated to supporting their sustainability objectives. As we reflect on our achievements, we're also excited about the year ahead! Stay tuned for more impactful initiatives to come. 🔗 All links are available in the comments. Contact us if you'd like support on your sustainability journey or if you're interested in collaborating with us on a project. Let's make a difference together! #ImpactReport #Impact #Sustainable #Action

As we approach the fourth round of negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty at #INC4, the Business Coalition is advocating for the adoption of unified global rules for businesses. Some members of the EA team will be present at the upcoming negotiations in Ottawa, eagerly awaiting the session's outcomes. Let's connect there! #BusinessNeedsGlobalRules #PlasticPollution #GlobalPlasticsTreaty

Today, EA is proud to reveal the 2024 Plastic Overshoot Day report, which highlights the continuous rise in plastic waste in 2024. Plastic Overshoot Day is the date when the amount of plastic waste outweighs the world's ability to manage it and is projected to occur on September 5th, 2024.  With the fourth round of negotiations for the Global Treaty on Plastic Pollution in Ottawa scheduled for April 23rd, there is a unique opportunity to better understand and institute effective solutions to address the issue. EA extends its sincere congratulations to the team for their dedication in realizing the report and project: Melissa Ines Gomis, Martina Gallato, Sarah Perreard, Irene Hofmeijer,  Julien Boucher and Downstairs Design for their significant contributions to the report's design. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/eheBcaXB #PlasticOvershootDay #5September2024 #PlasticPollution #GlobalPlasticsTreaty