Canada Determined to Finalize First-Ever Global Agreement on Plastic Pollution at INC-5
November 22, 2024
Ottawa, Canada – Canada is set to play a leading role in finalizing the world’s first comprehensive agreement on plastic pollution at the upcoming Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) meeting from November 25-29, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya.
As the co-chair of the INC process, Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Steven Guilbeault, will guide negotiations aimed at establishing a legally binding treaty to address the full lifecycle of plastics. This includes production, consumption, disposal, and pollution.
“Canada is committed to working with countries around the world to tackle the plastic pollution crisis,” said Minister Guilbeault. “We need to act urgently to reduce the amount of plastic entering our oceans and environment.”
The INC-5 meeting will bring together representatives from over 180 countries to discuss key elements of the agreement, including:
- Production and consumption targets: Setting limits on plastic production and encouraging the use of sustainable alternatives.
- Design and innovation: Promoting the development of recyclable and biodegradable plastics.
- Waste management and recycling: Improving collection and recycling rates to reduce plastic waste.
- Clean-up and restoration: Addressing the legacy of plastic pollution in oceans and waterways.
Canada has been a vocal advocate for a global agreement on plastic pollution. In 2022, Canada joined the Global Plastic Action Partnership, a group of countries committed to reducing plastic pollution. Canada has also provided financial support to research and innovation initiatives aimed at developing sustainable plastic solutions.
“The INC-5 meeting is a critical opportunity for the global community to come together and finalize a treaty that will make a real difference in the fight against plastic pollution,” said David Suzuki, environmental activist and co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation. “Canada has a strong track record of leadership on this issue, and we are confident that they will play a key role in securing a successful outcome.”
The INC process is expected to conclude with the adoption of a final agreement at INC-6 in 2025. The treaty would then enter into force once it has been ratified by a sufficient number of countries.
Canada’s determination to finalize a global agreement on plastic pollution is a testament to its commitment to addressing environmental challenges and protecting the health of oceans, waterways, and wildlife for future generations.
Canada is determined to finalize first-ever global agreement on plastic pollution at INC-5
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