After a year and a half of negotiations, a rough draft of a global Plastics Treaty has been released. The draft proposes measures to reduce Plastic production, eliminate hazardous chemicals, and phase out single-use products and microplastics. It also suggests targets for reuse and repair of plastic products. However, advocates argue that more work is needed to establish the necessary reduction targets and to avoid an overemphasis on recycling. Plastic companies prefer a voluntary approach focused on recycling rather than reducing production. Environmental groups are calling for concrete reduction targets based on plastic's contribution to climate change.

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