Marine litter

According to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), plastic pollution is one of three planetary crises, along with climate change and biodiversity loss. Although numerous bans and restrictions on the use of single-use plastics have already brought progress in over 120 countries, it is estimated that the input into the world's oceans could triple in the next two decades. Currently, about 12 million tonnes of plastic waste enter the oceans every year. In the process, plastic waste not only damages marine habitats, but also wildlife and human health.

Representatives of the governments of Germany, Ecuador, Ghana and Vietnam had invited to a first ministerial conference on marine litter in Geneva in September 2021. The goal was a globally binding agreement to protect the environment, especially the oceans, by adapting plastic production, use and recycling in such a way that as little waste as possible is produced. More than 1000 representatives from 140 countries and NGOs took part in the talks. As a result, the first draft of a UN resolution was presented, which will form the formal basis for negotiations on a global agreement.

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