New plastic treaty document criticised for weaker ambition
Summary
- A new plastic treaty document has been criticised for having weaker ambition to address plastic pollution.
- Plastic pollution is estimated to cause many health problems worldwide.
- The annual cost of health problems caused by plastic pollution is estimated to be $1.5 trillion.
Key Facts
- · Annual cost of health problems caused by plastic pollution: $1.5 trillion
- · Plastic pollution causes many health problems worldwide
Why it matters
Addressing plastic pollution is crucial to reduce its impact on human health and the environment.
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