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December 4, 2025

Report estimates that plastic pollution may double over next 15 years

"Breaking the Plastic Wave 2025” report emphasizes urgency of addressing the plastic pollution crisis; acknowledges human health impacts of chemicals when using plastic; proposes reuse as key solution to reduce virgin plastic production
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November 5, 2025

Packaging waste data from the EU and California

In 2023, the EU generated a total of 79.7 million tonnes of packaging waste; equates to 177.8 kg per person; of which 120.0 kg were recycled; California estimates 8.5 million tonnes of single-use packaging waste in landfills; most waste in EU and California made up of paper and plastic
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May 26, 2025

Results from Switzerland’s “Big Plastic Count”

NGOs conduct largest citizen survey on waste in Switzerland; 11,586 people report disposing of 215,463 pieces of plastic in one week; 83% is food or beverage packaging; consumers raise concern concerns about health impacts of plastic chemicals and want companies to take more responsibility; NGOs highlight demands for action in Switzerland
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September 26, 2024

Reports on India’s challenges with plastics

Report analyzes Indian salt and sugar brands; finds microplastics in all samples; another report addresses plastic waste challenges; suggests stronger regulations and recycling and reuse efforts
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