Global Plastics Treaty Requires Binding Targets and Accountability, Says Direito Coletivo
The Institute of Collective Law (IDC) in Brazil emphasizes the critical need for a legally binding global plastics treaty that moves beyond theoretical commitments to practical implementation. Tatiana Bastos, president of the organization, states that the urgency lies not only in negotiating a robust treaty but also in ensuring it translates into effective public policies and real accountability from manufacturing companies. The IDC's work in Brazil highlights that the plastic crisis is not merely an environmental issue but also a matter of social justice, disproportionately affecting those at the bottom of the waste management chain, such as waste picker cooperatives. These cooperatives often bear the economic and labor costs of managing plastics that are difficult to recover or sell, leading to significant financial losses and wasted effort. The IDC advocates for a treaty that reduces plastic production at its source, rather than solely addressing waste after it has been generated. Their experience in Br...
