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Scientists' Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty

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The Scientists' Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty is a global network of independent scientists and technical experts supporting the Plastics Treaty negotiations. ikhapp.org/scientistscoalition

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Scientists' Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty @scientistscoa.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Plastic pollution and fossil fuels are closely linked. The science shows that to address one, we also have to address the other. linktr.ee/scientistsco...

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Last week, representatives from over fifty nations gathered in Santa Marta, Colombia for the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels.

Plastic pollution and fossil fuels are closely linked since plastics is the fastest growing fossil sector. The science shows that to address one, we also have to address the other.

Our scientists have been following these discussions, and there are a few important points for policymakers and stakeholders to consider:

Most plastics on the market today are made from fossil fuels, and plastics are a primary driver of fossil fuel growth.

Achieving an effective Global Plastics Treaty that addresses the full life cycle of plastics is needed to transition away from our dependency on fossil fuels.

The science is clear that further discussions on transitioning away from fossil fuels will need to account for petrochemicals including plastics. Our scientists remain available to help governments consider the latest independent science on plastic pollution as they move forward.

Want more information about the link between plastics, fossil fuels, and pollution? Check out our related policy briefs, all linked in our LinkTree:

Plastics and the triple planetary crisis
Sustainable production and consumption of plastics
Plastics alternatives and substitutes

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Scientists' Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty @scientistscoa.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

🔬 Evidence from international scientific experts highlights the importance of addressing chemicals of concern, plastic production, and developing essential use, transparency, safety and sustainability criteria for plastics. ℹ️ See our latest statement ahead of INC 👇 drive.google.com/file/d/1ZSWd...

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Scientists' Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty @scientistscoa.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

❓ Are you joining INC-5.2 and looking for an independent scientist to help understand a topic or get the latest data? 🙋🏼‍♂️🙋🏻‍♀️ Over 50 of our scientists are here in Geneva to help – come talk to us! 👩🏽‍🔬 Get an overview of Scientists’ Coalition members at INC-5.2 ➡️ drive.google.com/file/d/1aESm...

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Scientists' Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty @scientistscoa.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

📢 Joining or following the upcoming INC-5.2 meeting? Interested in regular insights, updates, fact checks, and more from our global network of independent scientists? 🥳 Then our new INC Science Update newsletter is for you! 🔗 Sign up today: preview.mailerlite.io/forms/165518...

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