Plastic pollution remains a pressing environmental issue with far-reaching effects. Every year 19-23 million tonnes of plastic waste leaks into the aquatic ecosystem, polluting lakes, rivers, and seas, adding to an already worsening problem. Plastic pollution can disrupt habitats and natural processes, limiting ecosystem’s ability to adapt to climate change and directly impacting millions of people’s livelihoods, food production capabilities, and social well-being. 

Combating plastic pollution necessitates a comprehensive approach that considers the entire lifecycle of plastic, from production to disposal. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), through the UNEP Plastics Initiative, works with governments and stakeholders to stimulate collaboration and develop solutions through global, regional, and in-country projects.

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