In order to mitigate plastic pollution, countries need to be able to identify where and how this pollution occurs. The Primat Foundation has supported the publication of innovative work carried out by IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) with UNEP United Nations Environment Programme in 2 Mediterranean islands to demonstrate a methodology that allows countries to find and understand the extent of plastic pollution hotspots by polymer type, sector, application, region and waste management areas. The initiative, which includes helping national governments to formulate clear actions to reduce plastic leakage, has just been presented to the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA5).

For more information click on the link: Ground-breaking Plastic Pollution Hotspotting Results Published for Seven Countries in Asia, Africa, and the Mediterranean