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Happy Earth Day! 🌎 This picture is some of the plastic waste forming islands in the sea and accumulating as mountains on the beaches in Indonesia. The world produces around 400 million metric tons of plastic waste each year. Every day, 2,000 truckloads of it is dumped into the ocean, rivers, and lakes. The theme for #WorldEarthDay 2024 is Planet vs Plastics. The theme is bringing attention to the serious issue of plastic pollution and how it harms our planet. EARTHDAY.ORG is asking for an end plastic for planetary health and demands a 60% reduction in the production of all plastics by 2040. Our household is FAR from perfect, but here are a few this we’ve done to reduce our plastic waste: ♻️ Resuable baggies - love the Stasher brand ♻️ Glass Tupperware - last longer and no plastic used ♻️ Avoid single-use plastic (like disposable straws or utensils) at all costs - most coffee shops will let you bring in your own mug now! ♻️Reusable bags for grocery shopping Would love to hear what else we can add to the list! https://lnkd.in/gd8D2_qj

Turning river plastic into one-of-a-kind products🔥 A new era of sustainable design and products. Created with Bali river plastic, we are aiming to showcase the endless possibilities of what waste can become. At the heart of our products lies a remarkable story of innovation. Born from 2,000 plastic bags discarded in Indonesia’s rivers, each chair tells a tale of possibility. This isn’t just any material – it’s a testament to show that we can protect our planet – one upcycled plastic bag at a time. Sungai Watch is a nonprofit organisation that collects plastic from the world’s most polluted rivers and processes it for up-cycling. With 80% of the ocean’s plastic pollution coming from rivers, the team is focusing on stopping the pollution at the source. Sungai Watch has installed 270 floating barriers throughout Indonesia’s rivers to stop the flow of plastic from reaching the ocean and to date has collected over 1,800,000 kg of plastic, 36% of which is plastic bags. Every chair is made up of 28 to 30 kg of up-cycled plastic We’re on a mission to up-cycle as much river plastic into beautiful, long-lasting products to help fund river cleanups around the world. What do you think about this? *** If you enjoy my content, follow Peter Berkel for more in the future! #sustainability #innovation #technology #motivation #marketing #branding #personalbranding #digitalmarketing #creativity #future #futurism #greentech #linkedin

Addressing single-use plastic pollution in Southeast Asia is crucial for a sustainable future. Let's delve into the policies and progress across the region: Thailand: The government has implemented a ban on single-use plastic bags in major stores since 2020, aiming to reduce plastic waste by 30% by 2030. (Source: Bangkok Post) Vietnam: With a booming economy, Vietnam faces significant plastic pollution challenges. However, the government has pledged to reduce plastic waste by 75% in urban areas and 50% in rural areas by 2025. (Source: Vietnam News) Indonesia: As one of the world's largest contributors to ocean plastic pollution, Indonesia has set ambitious goals. The government aims to reduce marine plastic waste by 70% by 2025 through various initiatives, including a plastic bag tax. (Source: The Jakarta Post) Philippines: Single-use plastics are banned in some cities, but nationwide legislation is pending. The Philippines aims to reduce plastic waste by 74% by 2030, with policies targeting manufacturers and consumers. (Source: Rappler) Malaysia: The Malaysian government has announced plans to phase out single-use plastics by 2030, with bans on straws and plastic bags in certain states. (Source: The Star) These efforts are crucial steps towards a cleaner, greener future for Southeast Asia. Let's continue to support and advocate for sustainable policies to combat plastic pollution. #SustainableSoutheastAsia #PlasticFreeFuture #sustainableinvesting #sustainablefinance

Ocean Plastic Waste Did you know that Malaysia is the world's largest importer of plastic waste and also one of the top contributors to plastic pollution in the ocean? According to a recent study published in Science Advances, more than 1000 rivers, mostly small urban ones, are responsible for 80% of the global annual emissions of plastic into the ocean, which range between 0.8 million and 2.7 million metric tons per year. The study also highlights the Philippines as the largest contributing country to riverine plastic emissions, followed by India, Malaysia, China and Indonesia. This is a serious environmental and social problem that affects marine life, human health, and the economy. Plastic waste can persist in the ocean for decades or even centuries, carrying potentially toxic pollutants and harming wildlife. Plastic waste can also enter the food chain and pose risks to human health. Moreover, plastic waste represents a huge loss of valuable resources and economic opportunities. According to a World Bank report, about 81% of the material value of the key plastic resins – approximately US$1.1 billion per year – is lost in Malaysia when 1.07 million tonnes are discarded rather than recycled into valuable materials. How can we solve this problem and move towards a circular economy for plastics? The study suggests that we need high-resolution data that can help develop effective mitigation strategies and technologies to reduce riverine plastic emissions. The World Bank report recommends that we need to address the structural challenges and market failures that hinder the scaling-up of recycling efforts in Malaysia, such as the lack of local demand for recycled plastics, the gaps in domestic recycling capacities, the inconsistent supply from the informal sector, and the competition from informal recyclers. The report also explores the potential of biodegradable alternatives and proposes a model of plastic management based on a circular economy approach and solid waste management hierarchy. I believe that we all have a role to play in tackling this issue and creating a more sustainable future for ourselves and our planet. As consumers, we can reduce our plastic consumption, reuse and refill our plastic containers, and recycle our plastic waste properly. As businesses, we can adopt green practices, use recycled or biodegradable materials, and support the local recycling industry. What are your thoughts on this topic? Do you have any suggestions or examples of how we can achieve a circular economy for plastics in Malaysia? Please share your comments and insights below. Let's start a conversation and make a difference! #plasticwaste #circulareconomy #malaysia #environment #sustainability

🌍🚫 Breaking news in the fight against plastic pollution! Thailand has made headlines with its recent decision to ban plastic imports, signalling a significant step towards a cleaner, greener future. 💡 As an advocate for environmental sustainability, QALIA applauds Thailand's proactive approach to addressing the plastic pollution crisis. By banning plastic imports, Thailand is not only taking responsibility for its waste but also sending a powerful message to the world: it's time to rethink our reliance on single-use plastics and embrace sustainable alternatives. 🌟 Inspired by Thailand's leadership, here are three actionable steps that you can take as villa owners and managers: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Embrace the three Rs in your daily life by minimizing plastic consumption, opting for reusable alternatives, and recycling whenever possible. Small changes in our habits can make a big difference in reducing plastic waste. Advocate for Policy Change: Follow Thailand's example by advocating for stronger policies and regulations to reduce plastic production and consumption in your community and beyond. Support initiatives that promote plastic bans, extended producer responsibility, and the transition to a circular economy. Support Sustainable Brands: Choose to support companies and brands that prioritize sustainability and offer plastic-free alternatives. By voting with your wallet, you can encourage more businesses to adopt environmentally friendly practices and products. Thailand's ban on plastic imports is a wake-up call for all of us to take action against plastic pollution. Let's use this momentum to drive positive change, raise awareness, and work towards a world where plastic waste is a thing of the past. 🌍Together, we can create a cleaner, healthier planet for future generations 🌍 Asia Sustainable Travel (AST) Inspiring Living Solutions Yehuda Halfon #consciousluxury #responsiblestourism #Qalia #luxuryvillas #future #Thailand #plasticban #hummingbirdeffect

We have a rare opportunity to solve plastic pollution through urgent, collective global effort. As #GlobalPlasticsTreaty talks continue, we support businesses pushing for #GlobalRules driving systemic change via #ExtendedProducerResponsibility - #ExtendedStakeholdersResponsibility. Yet universal policies won't suffice alone - this collective effort must blend global principles with locally tailored, inclusive approaches respecting regional contexts. This balanced path unites us behind a treaty while adapting solutions to local realities through multi-stakeholder collaboration, honoring diverse needs for a #SustainableFuture #LeavingNoOneBehind #ClosedLoop Amandina Bumi Nusantara Mahija Parahita Nusantara

Reducing Plastic Consumption ASEAN Youth Organization Reducing the use of plastic is essential because it prevents pollution and reduces the demand for fossil fuel consumption while saving natural resources and energy. It also reduces greenhouse gas emissions, which are contributing to climate change. Say no to disposable plastic cutlery, plastic straws and other single-use plastics. Avoid plastics that cannot be recycled if other alternatives exist. Avoid products with excess or unnecessary plastic packaging. Adopt reusable items such as water bottles, shopping bags, keep cups and travel cutlery. #ASEAN #aseanyouth #AYO #ReducingPlasticConsumption 

Did you know that 70-80% of ocean plastic comes from our rivers? Across Asia, East Africa, and the Caribbean, we observe the most prolific plastic-emitting rivers. Notably, the Philippines claims seven of the top ten spots, with India and Malaysia also featuring prominently. 🗺️ What defines these high-emission rivers? Let's delve deeper: 1️⃣ Poor Waste Management: Where waste management procedures are inadequate, plastic contamination flourishes. Rivers that get a lot of improperly disposed of plastic materials act as pathways for pollutants to reach the ocean. Therefore, enhancing waste management is essential to our effort to reduce plastic pollution. 2️⃣ Urban Proximity: Major cities like Jakarta and Manila, with their extensive paved surfaces, contribute significantly to plastic emissions. Despite being drained by relatively small rivers, these urban centres account for a disproportionate share of plastic waste that ends up in our waterways. 3️⃣ Precipitation and Terrain: River basins with high precipitation rates facilitate the rapid transport of plastics into rivers, amplifying the flow towards the ocean. 4️⃣ Geographical Factors: The proximity of emitting rivers to both urban centres and coastlines exacerbates plastic discharge. This closeness emphasises how urgent it is to make focused initiatives in these areas. Consider the case of the Ciliwung River basin in Java: despite its smaller size compared to Europe's Rhine, it emits a staggering 100 times more plastic. Why? Close proximity to waste sources, high rainfall, and geographical factors accelerate plastic flow into the ocean. 🤔 What is the most important lesson to learn? To stop the flow of plastic pollution, improved waste management techniques and focused actions in high-impact regions are essential. #ocean #river #oceanconservation #plastic #plasticpollution #sustainability #greenfuture #recycling

The fourth round of negotiations for a #GlobalPlasticsTreaty take place in Ottawa this week. These negotiations are critical, with much still to be agreed. That’s why Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is standing with 200+ businesses as part of The Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty – calling for a legally binding treaty, underpinned by Global Rules in order to tackle the entire lifecycle of plastic products. Why? Plastic pollution is a global problem, which needs a global solution. Whilst national policies + company-level actions are driving significant change, they will NOT be enough to solve the problem. For that we need #GlobalRules - on key topics like Extended Producer Responsibility - that drive action across the lifecycle of plastic products. At Coca-Cola Europacific Partners we understand the complexity of plastic pollution, and the responsibility that we have to help solve this issue. We are active in tackling plastic pollution across all of our markets and participate directly in container / deposit return schemes, kerbside collection schemes and self-funded collection schemes to collect and recycled plastic beverage packaging. In Indonesia for example, we're directly funding the recovery and recycling of used drinks packaging - supporting the informal waste sector and establishing collection centres via Mahija Parahita Nusantara, encouraging collection via community waste banks and investing in bottle to bottle recycling via the Amandina Bumi Nusantara, plastics recycling facility. I'd urge everyone to follow the negotiations closely. We need effective #GlobalRules if we are to tackle the plastic waste crisis. The Global Treaty offers that opportunity!

The Global Plastics Treaty negotiations, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to end plastic pollution. Read more about how Coca-Cola Europacific Partners is acting in Joe Franses' post below ... and watch the little video why global rules are needed (https://lnkd.in/esriEnqV)