To solve the climate crisis, we need to tackle plastic pollution

Plastic pollution and climate change are two interconnected crises that we must address together. Greenhouse gas emissions from plastic production are likely to hit 25% of the world's carbon budget by 2050. And the problem doesn't stop with production. As plastics break down, they release harmful gases and disrupt the ocean's ability to act as a carbon sink, exacerbating global warming.

Tackling plastic pollution and its climate impact requires a mix of solutions, including reducing single-use plastics, improving recycling and waste management systems, and promoting alternative materials. We also need to channel financing into emerging markets, which are at the centre of the plastic waste crisis.

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News and Perspectives

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PCX welcomes our first Australian project partner

We are excited to welcome our new project partner, who is tackling plastic waste from banana farms in Far North, Queensland.

Our project partner seeks to address the lack of collection or disposal of banana bunch bags in the region, which accounts for 95% of Australia's commercial banana production.

The project, which was an Australian first, helps preserve native habitats and plays a significant role in reducing the impact of plastic waste on the Great Barrier Reef.

Support this project here.

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PhilDev honours Nanette Medved-Po with the Innovation Excellence Award for Sustainable Environment

"Innovation, sustainable development, and environmental stewardship - these are all things we're going to need to do very well if we want to leave our children a planet they can live in," says Nanette Medved-Po, the founder of PCX Markets, PCX Solutions and HOPE.

The PhilDev Foundation recognizes trailblazing Filipinos for their groundbreaking contributions to science, innovation, sustainability, and national progress.

Read the full article from Tatler Asia here.

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Events

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Let's meet at INC 5 in Busan, South Korea

We're gearing up for INC 5, the final round of negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty, in November.  If you plan to attend, drop us a line so we can connect in Busan! Follow us on LinkedIn for updates on events we're hosting and attending.

Watch the latest video from the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty to find out what kind of rules are needed to effectively tackle plastic pollution, and accelerate the transition to a circular economy.

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PCX gathers sustainability champions in Manila

Over 70 sustainability partners gathered with us in Manila for our quarterly PCX Pulse event! Atty. Ivy Joyce De Pedro from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources shared an insightful update on the Philippines' Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Law. She emphasized the importance of collective action, calling on all sectors to work together for a sustainable and resilient future.

During the panel discussion, leaders from Mondelēz International, Perfetti Van Melle, and Royal Canin shared their inspiring insights.

Aleli Arcilla, Managing Director of Mondelēz International in the Philippines, said, “We’re using the EPR law to be bolder, pledging to collect and divert the equivalent of our post-consumer plastic packaging.”

Denise Opulencia, Sustainability and Corporate Communication Lead of Perfetti Van Melle highlighted the importance of small actions, stating, “Sustainability is part of our value chain, with EPR a shared goal for all employees.”

Petrocelli Platon, Regulatory Affairs Manager of Royal Canin, discussed their long-term vision, committing to "100% circular packaging by 2050."

These brands are setting new standards for plastic responsibility and inspiring meaningful change! Thank you to all our sustainability partners for joining us in this impactful conversation.

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CTFAP raises awareness on plastic pollution

PCX recently joined forces with the Cosmetics Toiletries Fragrances Association of the Philippines (CTFAP) to advance the conversation on plastic pollution and Extended Producer Responsibility in the Philippines.

PCX Markets Sustainability Manager Kathleen Ilagan conducted a workshop alongside Kath Fruelda, EPR and Compliance Officer from our sister organization, PCX Solutions.

Thank you to CTFAP for bringing us together and to all the participants who are committed to making a difference.