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Welcome to our news section, where you can find the full range of infographics, reports, position papers and videos on plastic pollution by the Rethink Plastic alliance and its member organisations. Browse our latest news!

17 December 2018

Single-use plastics law: what to look out for as EU countries try to water down deal

After the European Parliament’s position on EU single-use plastic laws made headlines around the world...

26 November 2018

EU Parliament and Commission firm on cutting plastic pollution, governments must follow

Producer responsibility requirements must be stronger, campaigners warn

12 November 2018

Plastic-free period:
¡Vulva la Revolución!

Menstrual products must be accessible, transparent and safe for women and the environment - but...

31 October 2018

EU governments try to undermine single-use plastics law – Rethink Plastic reaction

Giant "EU: Stopp Plastik" banner dropped off Graz castle on Monday.

29 October 2018

EU single-use plastics law: what to expect as governments start weakening agreement

Giant "EU: Stopp Plastik" banner dropped off Graz castle outside meeting of national environment ministers...

24 October 2018

European Parliament takes historic stand against single-use plastic pollution

National governments must follow suit, say campaigners

10 October 2018

Plastic producers could market single-use items as reusable to dodge EU ban

European Parliament must close loopholes, say campaigners.

9 October 2018

Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Nestlé found to be worst plastic polluters worldwide in global cleanups and brand audits

In Europe, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Nestlé brands were again the top identified polluters, accounting for...

13 September 2018

European Parliament says biodegradable plastics will not solve plastic pollution

The Parliament voted to strengthen the European Commission’s plans to slash plastic pollution, under the...

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