International Sustainability Criteria For Plastic Products In A Global Agreement On Plastic Pollution

Author : Rognerud, Idun,Hovland Steindal, Eirik,Tartiu, Valentina Elena,Kumar, Nandini
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2022-01-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789289372596

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International sustainability criteria for plastic products in a global agreement on plastic pollution by Rognerud, Idun,Hovland Steindal, Eirik,Tartiu, Valentina Elena,Kumar, Nandini Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2022-509/ The report elaborates on what sustainability criteria for plastic products may entail in a global agreement on plastic pollution. It proposes an analytical framework for sustainability criteria, situating them as the link between global objectives and implementation measures. It discusses how sustainability criteria may be incorporated in a global agreement and what operational measures can contribute to their fulfilment, emphasising that there is no one overarching criterion for sustainable production and consumption of plastic products. Rather, a range of criteria may collectively contribute towards more sustainable production, consumption, and management of plastic products throughout their lifecycle. The report further highlights the importance of considering risks of problem-shifting in the design and integration of sustainability criteria in a global agreement.

Author : Raubenheimer, Karen,Urho, Niko
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2020-10-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789289367370

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Possible elements of a new global agreement to prevent plastic pollution by Raubenheimer, Karen,Urho, Niko Pdf

Available online: http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:norden:org:diva-6180 A new report titled Possible elements of a new global agreement to prevent plastic pollution aims to develop global sustainability criteria for product design, providing the tools for governments to regulate national markets. Potential objectives and strategic goals are defined, a first structure for a potential new global agreement is outlined, and national implementation measures are identified to achieve the global goal of zero discharge of plastics into the environment. By addressing the issue at the design phase, all sources and pathways of marine plastic pollution can be addressed. Importantly, the existing weakness in the current framework on upstream and midstream activities of the plastics value chain can be addressed by providing robust national financial mechanisms that improve downstream activities in all countries.

Author : Raubenheimer, Karen,Urho, Niko
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789289377799

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Global criteria to address problematic, unnecessary and avoidable plastic products by Raubenheimer, Karen,Urho, Niko Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2024-508/ This report provides potential criteria to address problematic, unnecessary and avoidable plastic products at the global level, supporting the objectives of the upcoming international plastics instrument as per UNEA Resolution 5/14. The report notes that over 140 countries have enacted bans or restrictions on specific plastic products, highlighting the need for global criteria to manage not just single-use plastics, but also a wider range of plastic products. It presents possible criteria for determining plastic products into three distinct classifications - problematic, unnecessary, and avoidable – each subject to specific control measures. The report's ultimate aim is to phase out these plastic products through removal, substitution and redesign. A strong science-policy interface is needed to ensure informed listing of these plastic products under the instrument.

Author : Busch, Per-Olof,Schulte, Maro Luisa,Wintermeyer, Florian
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 79 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2022-02-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789289372756

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Global agreement to prevent plastic pollution: Exploring financing needs and opportunities by Busch, Per-Olof,Schulte, Maro Luisa,Wintermeyer, Florian Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2022-514/ The study identifies and elaborates options for the basic financial set-up and approaches to resource mobilisation and delivery that ensure an effective national and international operation and implementation of a global agreement on plastic pollution. Four key messages stand out: 1. The transition to a more circular global plastics economyprovides significant environmental, economic and social opportunities. 2. The current availability, mobilisation and provision of public and private financial resources is overall insufficient 3. Substantial contributions from business actors in the global plastics economy are needed to mobilise and provide sufficient financial resources. 4. An effective global agreement on plastic pollution can establish a legislative framework that stimulates necessary investments and that assists countries in mobilising and delivering financial resources.

Author : Rognerud, Idun,Hurley, Rachel,Lusher, Amy,Nerland Bråte, Inger Lise,Hovland Steindal, Eirik
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2023-01-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789289374798

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Addressing Microplastics in a Global Agreement on Plastic Pollution by Rognerud, Idun,Hurley, Rachel,Lusher, Amy,Nerland Bråte, Inger Lise,Hovland Steindal, Eirik Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2022-566/

Author : Busch, Per-Olof,Schulte, Maro Luisa,Simon, Nils
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2021-04-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789289370110

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Strengthen the Global Science and Knowledge Base to Reduce Marine Plastic Pollution by Busch, Per-Olof,Schulte, Maro Luisa,Simon, Nils Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2021-519/ States are on the brink to start negotiations on a global agreement on plastic pollution. In this context, scientists, policymakers and stakeholders voiced requests for strengthening and improving the knowledge base. These requests often include demands for a scientific advisory mechanism or body that operates as two-way interface between science and policy and that informs policy- and decision-making in the global combat against plastic waste in the oceans and the need for a life cycle approach to marine plastic pollution that covers all stages in the plastics life cycle. The report makes the case for a global scientific mechanism on marine litter and microplastics and discusses the conditions to make it work effectively and to enable it to strengthen the global science and knowledge base on marine litter and microplastics.

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2022-02-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264584068

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Global Plastics Outlook Economic Drivers, Environmental Impacts and Policy Options by OECD Pdf

While plastics are extremely useful materials for modern society, plastics production and waste generation continue to increase with worsening environmental impacts despite international, national and local policy responses, as well as industry commitments. The first of two reports, this Outlook intends to inform and support policy efforts to combat plastic leakage.

Author : Vorkamp, Katrin,Ryberg, Morten,Fauser, Patrik,Bach, Lis,Fries Linnebjerg, Jannie,Strand, Jakob
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2023-08-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789289376495

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Indicators for plastic pollution by Vorkamp, Katrin,Ryberg, Morten,Fauser, Patrik,Bach, Lis,Fries Linnebjerg, Jannie,Strand, Jakob Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2023-526/ Negotiations have started for an international treaty to solve the global problem of plastic pollution. This agreement and other actions need reliable measurements. It was the objective of this project to analyze and recommend indicators for plastic pollution, which are relevant, easy to measure and comprehensive. Most losses to the environment are larger plastic items, which eventually break down to microplastics. Mismanaged waste is an important source of plastic pollution, but difficult to measure. A set of complementary indicators could include plastic production/use, recycling rates, plastics in wastewater and rivers, beach litter, floating microplastics and plastic particles that are taken up by animals, e.g. seabirds. A holistic approach to plastic losses along the value chain and plastic accumulation in the environment would improve our understanding and related actions.

Author : Gerry Nagtzaam,Geert Van Calster,Steve Kourabas,Elena Karataeva
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 377 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2023-08-14
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781800373556

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Global Plastic Pollution and its Regulation by Gerry Nagtzaam,Geert Van Calster,Steve Kourabas,Elena Karataeva Pdf

Addressing one of the most pressing environmental issues, this topical book carefully inspects the current extent of the plastic pollution crisis and observes contemporary approaches to its regulation. By adopting a strong interdisciplinary approach, this book fully encapsulates the key challenges and solutions surrounding this globally applicable problem.

Author : Nordic Council of Ministers Secretariat
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789289376839

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Towards Ending Plastic Pollution by Nordic Council of Ministers Secretariat Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/temanord2023-539/ The ‘Towards Ending Plastic Pollution by 2040’ report was commissioned by the Nordic Council of Ministers and developed by Systemiq and presents a set of 15 global policy interventions towards ending plastic pollution. If universally adopted and supported by a set of common global rules in the international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution these could cut annual volumes of mismanaged plastic waste by 90% and virgin plastic use by 30% by 2040 relative to 2019 levels. Yet, the report highlights that more ambitious efforts are needed to align with the Paris Climate Agreement and holistically address plastic pollution.

Author : European Investment Bank
Publisher : European Investment Bank
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789286150289

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The Ocean Plastics Reduction Guide by European Investment Bank Pdf

The objective of this guide is to raise awareness about the oceans' crucial importance to us and to the planet, and the growing threats posed by plastics discharged into and accumulating in the oceans. The guide outlines the key problems and challenges and how these can be addressed. The guide is promoting circular solutions to the ocean plastic pollution, and intends to inspire impactful action and change.

Author : Nordic Council of Ministers Secretariat
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 63 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2022-11-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789289373838

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Towards a sustainable and integrated Nordic Region by Nordic Council of Ministers Secretariat Pdf

Available online: https://pub.norden.org/politiknord2022-724/ In 2019, the Nordic prime ministers adopted a vision for the Nordic Region to be the most sustainable and integrated region in the world by the year 2030. The Nordic Council of Ministers was tasked with steering Nordic co-operation towards delivering this vision. The Nordic Council of Ministers is following a special action plan in its efforts relating to the vision for the period 2021 to 2024. Now, after almost two years, a mid-point evaluation has been produced. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine during the period, the Nordic Council of Ministers has delivered concrete results and made an impact. The activities of the Nordic Council of Ministers are being steered towards supporting the Nordic countries as well as possible in their realisation of the vision. Efforts relating to the green transition have been bolstered by way of DKK 120 million in additional funding thanks to a budget redistribution in the period 2021 to 2024. The mid-point evaluation was approved by the Ministers for Nordic Co-operation in September 2022.

Author : James Bacchus
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 405 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2022-03-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781009098106

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Trade Links by James Bacchus Pdf

This book details how the World Trade Organization must transform to free trade, fight climate change, and further sustainable development.

Author : Gail Krantzberg,Savitri Jetoo,Velma I Grover,Sandhya Babel
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2023-09-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000962550

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Plastic Pollution by Gail Krantzberg,Savitri Jetoo,Velma I Grover,Sandhya Babel Pdf

Plastics show up in every area of our lives. They are durable, cheap and light, properties that make them attractive but also problematic for the environment. The focus of this book is not just to highlight the problem of plastics, its definition, and how plastic pollution is impacting human health and environment but also to look at some best practices in both nature based solutions and in the field of law and policies. The first section of the book focuses on plastic pollution – it’s origin, relationship to climate change, linear/circular economy, followed by sustainable plastics, scientific solutions, and how policies can address plastic pollution. This includes looking at better designs, more sustainable feedstocks, and partnerships between various stakeholders worldwide including USA, China, Canada, South Korea, Thailand. This book will interest those who are associated with the production industry, packaging industry, and waste management industry as well as, academicians, students and policymakers.

Author : Tomaso Fortibuoni,Jenna Jambeck,Britta Denise Hardesty,Anna Maria Addamo,Oihane C. Basurko,Mahua Saha
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2023-07-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832529331

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The sustainability series: The plastics problem - pathways towards sustainable solutions against plastic pollution by Tomaso Fortibuoni,Jenna Jambeck,Britta Denise Hardesty,Anna Maria Addamo,Oihane C. Basurko,Mahua Saha Pdf