While some might assume companies should pause plastic mitigation efforts until a treaty is finalized, the reality is quite the opposite. A treaty may not be in place yet, but businesses are already exposed to real and growing risks.
Category Archives: Capitalism
The Next Step in Global Plastics Policy: INC-5’s Lessons and Opportunities
As I reflect on the outcomes of the recent fifth round of negotiations (INC-5), which was initially expected to be the final meeting in the journey toward a global plastics treaty, it’s clear that the forces shaping these talks remain divided. While INC-5 did not produce a final agreement, the opposing forces and competing ideasContinueContinue reading “The Next Step in Global Plastics Policy: INC-5’s Lessons and Opportunities”
Reflections on the latest Plastic Recycling Conference
After many years without attending a plastic event, I decided to go to the latest Plastic Recycling Conference last week, in DC. Here I am with my shampoo bar in the bag, wearing comfortable Rothys and carrying around a reusable water bottle. Traveling light, very light. I got there a bit skeptical, afraid to spendContinueContinue reading “Reflections on the latest Plastic Recycling Conference”
Natu Collective: Let’s Rethink Capitalism and the Economy.
Vanessa McFarlane is a passionate sustainability advocate helping small organizations and non-profits advocate for environmental policies in Colorado, while helping educate the public on many climate issues. She currently works in the technology industry, but has over three years of experience in marketing and communications, with some of that experience bringing sustainability to the forefront ofContinueContinue reading “Natu Collective: Let’s Rethink Capitalism and the Economy.”
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