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Since 2017, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Indonesia, in collaboration with various stakeholders, has been committed to advancing a just transition in plastic waste collection programs. These efforts laid the foundation for inclusive and responsible practices well before global discussions intensified. As we approach INC-5, it is clear that solving the global plastic crisis requires systemic change — it demands a fundamental change in behavior, attitude, and shared responsibility across the entire ecosystem. We must acknowledge the critical role of informal waste workers and collectively drive action that ensures they are supported, protected, and empowered as central actors in a circular economy. Join us next Tuesday in Busan to explore how to create an inclusive and responsible ecosystem for a sustainable waste management. Together, we’ll discuss the rights of *informal waste workers*, advocate for systemic change, and share actionable insights on implementing frameworks like the Harmonized Responsible Sourcing Framework for Recycled Plastics. 📄 View the agenda: https://lnkd.in/gnJaGnbe 🖊️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/geRsAK7X Let’s commit to building a future where responsibility is shared, waste is valued, and every actor across the value chain contributes to sustainable, impactful solutions. Together, we can transform not only systems but also the attitudes and behaviors that will shape a better world. #INC5 #JustTransition #BehaviorChange #ResponsibleEcosystem #CircularEconomy #WastePickers #PlasticWaste #SocialImpact #Sustainability #Recycling #WasteManagement #PlasticPollution The Circulate Initiative Mahija Parahita Nusantara Amandina Bumi Nusantara Kementerian Lingkungan Hidup dan Kehutanan Indonesia National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP)

On the fringe of INC-5 in Busan, South Korea, we hosted an event centered on a just transition for waste pickers and implementing responsible sourcing practices. Attendees of the event gained insights into the informal sector and the lives of waste pickers, best practices on responsible sourcing with case examples from plastics recycling value chains in Indonesia and India, and how to use the Harmonized Responsible Sourcing Framework for Recycled Plastics. We sincerely thank all speakers and panelists for their valuable contributions to this dialogue and for continuing these important conversations as we work together to ensure a more inclusive and sustainable plastics supply chain. Speakers: Ellen Martin (The Circulate Initiative), Maditlhare Koena (International Alliance of Waste Pickers & the South Africa Waste Pickers), Lucia Karina (Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Indonesia), Ardhina Zaiza (Mahija Parahita Nusantara), Indumathi (Alliance of Indian Wastepickers & Thyajya Shramika Sangha) with translation provided by Akbar Allahbaksh, Resa Boenard (Women’s Waste Collector Association) and Vijaya Raghava Swaroop Kongara (Srichakra Polyplast (India) Pvt Ltd). Learn more about the Responsible Sourcing Initiative: https://lnkd.in/gd8dw_dV Learn more about the Harmonized Framework: https://lnkd.in/g2Mpt95d #INC5 #responsiblesourcing #wasteworkers #circulareconomy #plasticwaste #plasticpollution #sustainability #socialimpact #circularsolutions #wastemanagement #recycling #informalworkers

Osaki, Japan, Achieves 80% Waste Recycling, Avoids Incineration #SDG12 Source: #UN News  #Osaki, #Japan, with a population of #12000, celebrates a remarkable feat: recycling #80% of its waste, avoiding the need for an incineration plant. Ahead of International Zero Waste Day, Kasumi Fujita, a town councilor, shares the town's journey. Osaki's waste is sorted into #27 categories, with only blue bags going to landfill. Plastics are compressed and sent to recycling factories nationwide, while food waste is composted, enriching local farms. Osaki's approach, simple yet effective, is being shared globally, with demonstrations in Indonesia. Fujita emphasizes the importance of public awareness and collective action in waste reduction. Link to Source: https://lnkd.in/d6XdGWhZ #UN #unitednations #worldnews #uvs #uvsociety #sdgs #Japan #ZeroWaste #wastereduction

Osaki, Japan, Achieves 80% Waste Recycling, Avoids Incineration   #SDG12 Source: UN News   Osaki, Japan, with a population of 12,000, celebrates a remarkable feat: recycling 80% of its waste, avoiding the need for an incineration plant. Ahead of International Zero Waste Day, Kasumi Fujita, a town councilor, shares the town's journey. Osaki's waste is sorted into 27 categories, with only blue bags going to landfill. Plastics are compressed and sent to recycling factories nationwide, while food waste is composted, enriching local farms. Osaki's approach, simple yet effective, is being shared globally, with demonstrations in Indonesia. Fujita emphasizes the importance of public awareness and collective action in waste reduction.   Link to Source: https://lnkd.in/eAfs6Qaz   #UN #unitednations #worldnews #uvs #uvsociety #SDGs #Japan #ZeroWaste #wastereduction

Hear from Daniel Donghyun Ham, Chief Operating Officer of City Oil Field Inc., as he presents on "Unique regenerated green oil (RGO) system, which produces high-quality naphtha and oil by processing plastic waste” at the 3rd Circular Plastics Asia conference (24-26 September 2024, Seoul). As South Korea emerges as a leader in the circularity of plastics – implementing initiatives to reduce plastics consumption, announcing advanced plastic recycling projects and developing new technologies, hosting the conference in Seoul underscores the country's commitment to addressing plastic waste and promoting sustainable practices. The conference focuses on a range of key topics including the Philippines' efforts in decarbonizing packaging, the need for regional harmonization of recycling standards, and sustainable initiatives by Sansu. Discussions also cover the increasing demand for circularity in industries, advancements in high-quality food-grade RPET in Indonesia, purification recycling technologies, the debate over plastics credits, the impact of China's PET resin capacity expansion, reusable packaging, and a unique RGO system producing high-quality naphtha and oil from plastic waste. Access your delegate pass here: https://lnkd.in/dE9wVB3B Access the agenda here: https://lnkd.in/dFhJUPQd Email: hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg liming low | Fu Huiyan | Cyn Yeo - CMP #CMTcircularplastics #cmtpet #cmtcpp #AsiaPETSeries #asiapet #petpackaging #plasticspackaging #petrecycling #rpet #circularplastics #circularpackaging #recycledpackaging #recycledplastics

Hear from Chommanad Thammanayakatip, Principal of NexantECA, Energy and Chemicals Advisory as she presents on: "Advancing circularity - growth opportunities in plastics recycling” at the 3rd Circular Plastics Asia conference (24-26 September 2024, Seoul). As South Korea emerges as a leader in the circularity of plastics – implementing initiatives to reduce plastics consumption, announcing advanced plastic recycling projects and developing new technologies, hosting the conference in Seoul underscores the country's commitment to addressing plastic waste and promoting sustainable practices. The conference focuses on a range of key topics including the Philippines' efforts in decarbonizing packaging, the need for regional harmonization of recycling standards, and sustainable initiatives by Sansu. Discussions also cover the increasing demand for circularity in industries, advancements in high-quality food-grade RPET in Indonesia, purification recycling technologies, the debate over plastics credits, the impact of China's PET resin capacity expansion, reusable packaging, and a unique RGO system producing high-quality naphtha and oil from plastic waste. Access your delegate pass here: https://lnkd.in/dE9wVB3B Access the agenda here: https://lnkd.in/dFhJUPQd Email: hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg   liming low | Fu Huiyan | Cyn Yeo - CMP #CMTcircularplastics #cmtpet #cmtcpp #AsiaPETSeries #asiapet #petpackaging #plasticspackaging #petrecycling #rpet #circularplastics #circularpackaging #recycledpackaging #recycledplastics #Sustainability

Recently, I visited one of the collection centers for a producer responsibility organization in Indonesia, IPRO, to learn about their local approach to tackling the plastic waste crisis. Indonesia is targeting a 30% reduction in waste by 2025. Since January 2021, Indonesia Packaging Recovery Organization (IPRO) has been actively involved in work with government officials on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), a waste recovery model that holds producers responsible for the end-of-life consequences of their goods. IPRO's goal is to increase the collection and recycling of used packaging. We are pleased to be working with this organization and hope to see continued growth of the program. While the IPRO has many challenges, they are making good progress in a part of the world where efforts to address plastic waste are absolutely critical. After seeing IPRO’s program and having the opportunity to advocate for EPR in Washington, D.C., I’m hopeful that more countries can begin similar initiatives and join global efforts to implement practical solutions like EPR. We need collective action to tackle the #plasticwastecrisis.

🌍 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗲: 𝗔 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗮𝗸𝗲-𝘂𝗽 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 Malaysia’s ongoing struggle to 𝗵𝗮𝗹𝘁 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 a growing challenge in global waste management. As plastic waste shipments continue to arrive, 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 and the impact of environmental dumping on developing nations. This situation underscores an urgent need for a 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, where exporting countries are held responsible for their plastic footprint, and robust global frameworks ensure that waste is processed ethically and sustainably. As we reflect on this, it’s clear that 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀. Responsible waste management must go beyond disposal; it’s about transparency, accountability, and ensuring that 𝗻𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲. 🌱 #Sustainability #WasteManagement #EnvironmentalResponsibility #CircularEconomy #PlasticWaste #EPR

I am often approached by various specialists and colleagues, not only from Uzbekistan but also from other countries, with various requests. I am always willing to assist, provide advice, and discuss situations. Sharing, exchanging, and gaining experience is always a joy. Learning new things is also a great pleasure. Recently, I was contacted by Alyona Severinenko, a specialist in waste management projects of the Public Foundation Center for Sustainable Development in Kazakhstan. She is an expert on the Plastic Collection and Recycling Network (PlastNet). Additionally, Mukhanov Zhanibek, a waste management project specialist with the Public Foundation Center for Sustainable Development, is also involved in PlastNet as the manager of the network. They work with Kazakhstani companies for the collection, treatment, and production of final products. They have experience organizing numerous environmental events for businesses, legal entities, and the general public. Additionally, they actively engage with the younger generation to enhance environmental awareness. As part of a project, they identified the use of plastic alternatives in various countries, including Uzbekistan. The following issues were addressed: 1. What alternatives to disposable plastic products are available on the market in the country? 2. What measures are in place to encourage the usage of alternatives to single-use plastic? 3. What obstacles exist to the widespread adoption of sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics? 4. What additional steps, in your opinion, would contribute to increasing the adoption of sustainable plastic alternatives? I was pleased to contribute to this interesting project. #Uzbekistan,#experience.#waste,#sustainabledevelopment, #plasticcollection,#plasticrecycling,#environmental

📢 Verra has published the fifth issue of its Plastic Program Newsletter with updates on Verra’s Plastic Waste Reduction Program! It includes the following updates: 📌 A reminder that several changes to fees for the Plastic Program that will take effect on January 1, 2025 ✅ A note about Verra’s attendance at the fifth meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) in Busan 📄A sneak preview of an upcoming white paper that analyzes use cases for Plastic Credits across six countries at different stages of extended producer responsibility maturity (including the executive summary of this paper) 💡 The news that Verra has joined the Finance and Policy Task Forces of the Indonesia National Plastic Action Partnership and the Innovation and Financing Task Force of the Vietnam National Plastic Action Partnership  ➡️ A list of projects that have recently completed their registration approval process and links to recordings of recent webinars Read the full newsletter: https://bit.ly/3Dz1DRS #Verra #StandardsMatter #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy #PlasticWaste Photo courtesy of Seven Clean Seas Pte Ltd Indonesia. Batam Ocean Impact Project (Verra Project 4199).