Shafaqna English- The European Commission is participating in crucial negotiations on the Global Plastics Treaty (INC-5.2) in Geneva, Switzerland, to reach a comprehensive and effective agreement to address the pressing issue of plastic pollution.
According to UNEP data from 2021, global plastic production has reached a staggering 400 million tons per year. However, only 12% is incinerated, and only 9% is recycled, leaving a substantial amount of plastic waste to contaminate the environment, including oceans and rivers.
Because of these alarming statistics, the EU is advocating for a treaty that addresses the entire life cycle of plastics, from production to disposal, and includes measures to phase out certain plastic products that pose a significant risk to human health and the environment. The EU will also continue advocating for effective provisions on the environmentally sound management of plastic waste.
Sources: Environment