Plastic treaty: negotiations in Geneva without agreement

From Aug. 5 to 14 negotiations for a global plastics treaty took place in Geneva. The goal: to reach agreements that would finally address the plastic crisis. But after 11 days of intense meetings, the countries did not come to an agreement. The night before decision day, the United Nations submitted a proposal, but it was rejected by all countries. For supporters of a strong plastics treaty, the proposal was too weak; for opponents, on the contrary, it was too strict. The result: another delay in the fight against plastic pollution.

Side-event

Plastic Soup Foundation was present in Geneva. Our founder,Maria Westerbos, spoke to several delegations over five days. In collaboration with A Plastic Planet, we organized a successful side event, which focused on the consequences of the plastic problem. Scientists shared new insights and renowned researcher Prof. Dr. Shanna Swan gave interviews on the impact of plastic on our health.

Plastic Soup Foundation on the outcome

"Although we did not reach an agreement, I am hopeful for the future. We did not accept a weak agreement. More than 120 countries support a strong plastics treaty. Without a Global Plastic Treaty, we will continue to fight for stricter laws and regulations around the production of new plastic. Because (micro)plastic is a threat to humans, animals and nature."
– Robbert Meulenveld, directeur Plastic Soup Foundation
Plastic Soup Foundation continues to work against plastic pollution. We eat, drink and breathe plastic every day. Research shows that humans and animals get sick from plastic. Plastic particles have even been found in unborn babies. Without a strong plastic treaty, this does not change. This must stop - for this generation and all generations to come.

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