BIR Singapore 2024 is fast approaching! International Environment Council announces programme: "Crafting a global framework: the road to a binding plastics treaty"
International Environment Council:
"Crafting a global framework: the road to a binding plastics treaty"
IEC Chairman Olivier François of Galloo has designed the upcoming session of the International Environment Council entirely around updates from the International Negotiating Committee (INC) for a Global Plastics Treaty. BIR has been involved in the INC since its inception and has immensely contributed to the discussions aiming at developing a legally binding agreement that addresses plastic pollution globally. This treaty, which seeks to create a comprehensive framework that tackles the entire plastics lifecycle, from production to disposal, while ensuring chemical safety and waste management, is of paramount importance to the recycling industry. With the goal of finalizing the treaty by 2025, the INC has been holding negotiations, gathering input from governments, civil society, and businesses.
Presentations and discussions will focus on progress, challenges, and the next steps in these critical negotiations.
Speakers and Panelists
Alev Somer, BIR Director for Trade and Environment, will provide an update on the ongoing plastics treaty negotiations. With years of experience in public affairs, Alev has advocated for sustainable industrial policies, helping steer global environmental efforts.
She brings a deep understanding of international legislative frameworks from her work in Brussels.
Sophie Sicard, representing Paprec and serving as President of the European Plastics Recycling Branch at EuRIC, will join the session online, offering a European perspective on the plastics treaty.
She plays a pivotal role in advocating for plastic recycling in Europe, combining her experience at Paprec with her leadership within EuRIC to influence recycling policy and industry developments.
Max Craip
eau, CEO of Greencore, will provide insights into the potential impacts of the treaty on the plastics recycling business in Asia. His expertise in recycling across multiple regions positions him to offer a comprehensive analysis of how the treaty could reshape the sector, especially within Asia’s growing market.
Robin Wien
er, President of the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), will also contribute the American perspective to the discussions, drawing from her extensive experience leading one of the most prominent national recycling associations. Her insights are valuable for understanding the global shifts in the recycling industry.
This diverse panel promises a dynamic and insightful session, offering both regional and global perspectives on the future of plastics recycling.