This is part of a collection of the Foundation's statements on each round of negotiations for a UN treaty to end plastic pollution.
The third round of negotiations (INC-3) took place in Nairobi, Kenya from the 13th to the 19th November 2023.
Reflections on the “zero draft” treaty text published by the INC Chair
One key outcome of INC-3 was the publication of the “zero draft” treaty text by the INC Chair. A snapshot of our perspective: The “zero draft” treaty text represents a solid starting point for governments to advance on substantial negotiations in November. However, the level of ambition should be further strengthened in several areas of the instrument.
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Pre-INC3 submissions provided by the Foundation as part of the official negotiating process
Elements not discussed at INC-2
This submission outlined the Foundation’s proposed scope and principles for a global plastics treaty.
Potential areas for intersessional work
This submission outlined six priority policy areas the Foundation suggests to the INC to consider as a priority for intersessional work.
Total volume reduction to limit or reduce total volume of virgin plastics put on the market.
Elimination criteria & lists for determining problematic and avoidable plastic products and packaging as well as polymers and chemicals of concern.
ReuseReuseThe repeated use of a product or component for its intended purpose without significant modification. systems and delivery models.
Product design.
Key principles and minimum requirements for establishing mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) systems.
Definitions, metrics and methodologies for robust national reporting.
