Figure 1. Plastic contribution to climate change through its life cycle.

Figure 2. Greenhouse gas emissions during the global plastics production

Figure 3. Greenhouse gas emissions deriving from selected polymer types across their life cycle.

Figure 4. Summary of the strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions relevant for plastics reported under the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement

Figure 5. Life cycle stages of plastic under the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement.

Figure 6. Relationship of recommended measures under the plastics instrument, the UNFCCC, and the Paris Agreement.

Summary

Climate Impacts of Plastics

This report seeks to identify options for measures and strengthen governmental accountability in addressing the climate impacts of plastics.

29 Feb 2024 Monograph

Plastic Action is Climate Action

These panels are part of the 'Plastic Action is Climate Action' Exhibition which was presented as part of UNEA-6.

26 Feb 2024 Brochures and Briefs

Media Empowerment for Global Plastic Treaty Negotiations (INC 5)

A media initiative aimed at empowering journalists from the Global South to effectively cover the INC.

In progress Comms & Outreach (General)

Plastics and Climate Change: policy recommendations

GRID-Arendal and partners have initiated a project to provide recommendations for how to better deliver on the climate agenda.

Completed Waste & Marine Litter