US Endorses Global Treaty to Cap Plastic Production

In a policy shift, the Biden administration supports international efforts to limit plastic manufacturing and phase out harmful chemicals.

• The US joins the High Ambition Coalition, aligning with the EU, South Korea, and Canada.
• The treaty aims to reduce plastic production by 40% below 2025 levels by 2040.
• Environmental groups praise the move, while industry voices express concerns over economic impacts.
• The treaty will address the full lifecycle of plastics, including design and disposal.
• Final negotiations are set for November 2024 in Busan, South Korea.

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