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The upcoming GO!PHA webinar on the UN Treaty of Plastics will feature Mahesh Sugathan’s insights on ‘Promoting environmentally sound, safe and effective non-plastic substitutes: Relevance of trade and investment-related policies and processes'. These policies determine the flow of materials and investments, impacting the adoption of sustainable alternatives and the regulation of harmful substances. We are looking forward to your participation! ➡ Registrations: https://lnkd.in/ehpcWnKj Forum on Trade, Environment & the SDGs (TESS) #BeatPlasticPollution #SuitableSubstitutes #CircularEconomy #SustainableSolutions #GlobalPlasticsTreaty

Green Worms has been featured in the new edition of the Plastics Circularity Investment Tracker by The Circulate Initiative in Collaboration with IFC Climate & Sustainability. The launch comes at a pivotal time as negotiations towards a global plastics treaty reach the final stage. The third edition of the Plastics Circularity Investment Tracker highlights the significant financing gap that exists in tackling plastic pollution and the critical role private investments play in addressing it. This report provides the latest data and insights on the state of private investments in plastics circularity and sheds light on several examples of successful private capital mobilization. With ongoing discussions on the international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (ILBI), the findings signal the urgent need for greater transparency to support data-driven decision making. Jabir Karat Chakravarthy AB #circuarity #circulareconomy #plasticpollution #plasticwaste #financinggap #oceanplastic #sustainability #plasticstreaty #sustainablefinance #esg #globalplastictreaty

In the lead-up to the INC-5 negotiations, we have published a new video on the private investment landscape for plastics circularity solutions. As the plastic pollution crisis accelerates, with 30 million metric tons expected to leak into the environment annually by 2040, the financial action needed to tackle this challenge remains far behind. Our Plastics Circularity Investment Tracker, launched in cooperation with IFC Climate & Sustainability, allows users and decision-makers to assess current financial flows and provide actionable data to drive funding where it’s needed most. As global leaders convene at INC-5, closing this critical funding gap is more urgent than ever. We invite the global financial community to take action and join the fight against plastic pollution. The time to act is now. Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/gNSxYUTE Umesh Madhavan Lisa Da Silva #plasticpollution #circulareconomy #plasticinvestment #datagap #plasticwaste #financing #financinggap #investment #oceanplastic #sustainability #plasticstreaty #sustainablefinance #esg

Chief Impact Officer Ellen Martin from #Circulate #Capital represents one of the 160 financial sector signatories representing over USD 15.5 Trillion Combined Assets endorsing the Finance Statement on Plastic Pollution calling on negotiators at the Fourth Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee #INC4 to develop an ambitious International Legally Binding Instrument on ending plastic pollution that enable the role of finance from all sources, public and private. Ellen mentions in her speech that mobilisation of the 160 parties from the financial sector that have expressed willingness to act and represent USD 15.5 trillion and others in the financial sector would require: 👉Binding, common, concrete, measurable and global rules feeding into national regulations 👉 Mechanisms that derisk opportunity across the plastics value chain to increase economic viability of circularity for financiers 👉 Disclosure of standardised data to better inform investment decisions to avpoid plastic pollution in financial portfolios 👉 Acknowledging and acting on the co-benefits of combatting plastic pollution with finance for climate, biodiversity and also keep focus on job creation, livelihoods and role of waste pickers 👉Well designed EPR based on common design standards Read more: https://lnkd.in/eqgkjSt9

We're honored to stand among the 160 financial institutions committed to addressing #PlasticPollution through the #GlobalPlasticsTreaty. Yesterday at #INC4, our Chief Impact Officer, Ellen Martin, represented the financial sector at a high-level panel, advocating for an ambitious international legally binding instrument that enables the role of finance from all sources, public and private. Learn more about the ongoing efforts of the financial sector: https://lnkd.in/eqgkjSt9 #PlanetVsPlastics #CircularEconomy #ImpactInvesting United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI)

Come join us - in Baku or online - to learn how IFC, UNEP and UNCDF are partnering to catalyze private investment in the circular economy

🌍 EUMEPS is actively participating in the ongoing UNEP INC-4 negotiations in Ottawa, driving forward a robust agenda for a global plastic treaty grounded in science and effective Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes.  ➡️Our delegation, led by Chresten Heide-Anderson, advocates for stringent, data-driven principles that support high recycling rates and a circular economy for EPS.  🔄"We must ensure that our treaty foundations are as resilient as the solutions they aim to create," states Heide-Anderson. Alongside him, Lea Salihovic emphasizes the need for "pragmatic policies and a commitment to scientific rigour to address plastic pollution effectively." Join us in this critical conversation and support our mission to redefine sustainability in plastics.  More info on www.eumeps.org #EUMEPS #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #PlasticPollution #GlobalImpact #UNEP #INC4

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is spearheading global efforts to tackle plastic pollution. It is leading negotiations for a legally binding international treaty that addresses the entire plastic lifecycle, from production to disposal. This includes promoting Life Cycle Assessment frameworks. Explore the linked infographic for a detailed view of the key pillars involved in this initiative. *Credit Geneva Environment Network Now is the time for plastic manufacturers to embrace LCA and build sustainable practices into their businesses. Ecocarbon is offering free consultations to help you get started. Contact us today to learn how LCA can benefit your company and contribute to a cleaner, healthier planet. Contact us today at info@ecocarbon.asia to get a free consultation.  #Ecocarbon #genevaenvironmentnetwork #UNEP #LCA #plastic

🖊️ The Global Plastics Treaty is more than just an agreement; it's a global commitment to a sustainable future. By fostering international cooperation and setting global framework, the treaty will significantly reduce the amount of plastic waste that pollutes our oceans and landscapes. This will not only protect marine life and biodiversity but also support the health and well-being of communities worldwide. Moreover, the treaty can encourage innovation and the development of eco-friendly materials, driving economic growth in the green sector. It represents a crucial step towards a circular economy, where waste is minimized, and resources are used more efficiently. This treaty represents a unique opportunity to safeguard our planet for future generations, and that #multistakeholder collaboration is the key to pave the way for an #inclusive approach, ensuring that progress leaves no one behind. 🔔 Stay tuned for more updates on the Global Plastics Treaty and negotiations at INC-4 #PlasticsTreaty #INC4

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