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A global agreement\u2026 that hasn't arrived<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In 2022, more than 170 countries committed to negotiating an international treaty to reduce plastic pollution. It was a promising step, driven by the UN and supported by scientists and environmental organizations. However, progress has been slow, and concrete agreements are still conspicuous by their absence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This year, 2025, diplomatic momentum will resume with new negotiations promoted by the United Nations. The goal is clear: to reach a binding global pact that limits the use of plastics and promotes sustainable alternatives. But the path is fraught with obstacles, especially due to pressure from some oil-producing countries, which see plastic as a way to keep their industries active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The good news is that solutions do exist. The key lies in changing the production and consumption model:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
. Reducing single-use plastic: bags, bottles, cutlery, unnecessary packaging... must be eliminated or replaced with reusable materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
. Improving recycling: investing in more efficient technologies and selective collection systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
. Innovation in new materials: bioplastics, compostable plastics, and other developments that can degrade without leaving toxic residues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
. Education and awareness: both governments and consumers have a role to play. Changing our consumption habits is crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
. Effective public policies: incentives for responsible companies, taxes on virgin plastic, selective bans, and stricter regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The plastic challenge is one of the many environmental challenges we face today. And as in other cases, the solution is not technical, but political and social. Science has already spoken. We know what needs to be done. The difficult thing is ensuring that economic interests do not hinder change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We still have time to reverse the situation, but we cannot continue to postpone decisions. We need real commitment, not just rhetoric. Because talking about plastic is good. But acting is urgent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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