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New Plastics Economy Global Commitment: Commitments, Vision, and Definitions

New Plastics Economy Global Commitment: Commitments, Vision, and Definitions

Year Published

2020

Contributing Organisations

Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF)

Type of Resource

Framework
Guidance

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic
Waste & Circular Economy
Topic 2
Climate Policies & Frameworks
Topic 3
Climate Strategy & Capabilities

Target Audience

All

Relevant Geography

Global
New Plastics Economy Global Commitment: Commitments, Vision, and Definitions

Resource Summary

This document underpins the New Plastics Global Commitment, launched in 2018 by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and the United Nations Environment Programme. This Commitment has mobilised over 1,000 organisations behind a common vision and aligned 2025 targets, supported by common metrics and definitions that can be found in this document.

Secondary File Resources

Secondary Resource Link(s)
Engaging on plastic packaging: Waste Management
Engaging on plastic packaging: Overview
Engaging on plastic packaging: Containers and packaging producers
Engaging on plastic packaging: Fast-moving consumer goods

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