Plastic waste harms our planet, people, and economies. With half of all plastics made for single use and only 9% recycled, the challenge is vast. Beyond pollution, plastic production raises carbon emissions and impacts human health. Economically, single-use packaging loses 95% of its value when it is disposed after its initial use, equating to around $100 billion annually.
Recycling alone will not solve the plastic pollution crisis and new, innovative solutions are much needed.
Consumers Beyond Waste operates within the Better Living pillar of the World Economic Forum’s Centre for Nature and Climate. Our vibrant community of changemaker organisations is collectively accelerating a systemic transition towards reuse models to achieve a world free of plastic pollution.
