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This report is the first global synthesis to systematically quantify the release of micro- and nanoplastics (MNP) from food packaging directly into food.
Heath Logan, PFN Scientific Committee member, explains why better LCA data for plastic additives in textiles, footwear, and consumer goods is key to accurate footprinting.
As we close the 2025 cycle of the Plastic Footprint Network (PFN), we mark an important milestone in the evolution of the methodology.
Over the past year, PFN has continued to grow into a more complete, robust, and actionable
This report is the first global synthesis to systematically quantify the release of micro- and nanoplastics (MNP) from food packaging directly into food.
Author: Charlotte Stalder The Plastic Footprint Network (PFN), convened by Earth Action, brings together companies, researchers, and practitioners to develop a science-based and actionable approach to measuring and reducing plastic pollution. Building on its work to standardize plastic footprinting, PFN is now introducing
Author : Noémie Voirin A short but important session Global action on plastic pollution took a decisive step forward in Geneva this February. The Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) met in Geneva for the third part of its fifth session — INC-5.3
Auteur : Noémie Voirin Une session courte mais stratégique En ce mois de février à Genève, l’action mondiale contre la pollution plastique a franchi une étape clé. Le Comité intergouvernemental de négociation (INC) s’est réuni pour la troisième partie de
Auteur : Noémie Voirin Un tournant pour le reporting the durabilité en Europe À l’aube de 2026, le reporting de durabilité des entreprises européennes entre dans une nouvelle phase. Le paquet Omnibus, qui vise à simplifier des directives clés comme la CSRD (Directive sur le reporting de
Author : Noémie Voirin A turning point for EU sustainability reporting As Europe enters 2026, corporate sustainability reporting finds itself at a pivotal moment. The EU Omnibus package, designed to simplify key directives such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
2025 has been a defining year for the Plastic Footprint Network (PFN). While international negotiations toward a Global Plastics Treaty are still struggling to deliver the ambition the world urgently needs, one thing has become clear across the private sector.
Authors : Sarah Perreard of Earth Action and Ligia Moreno Soares of Valuing Impact INC-5.2 Geneva negotiations end without a plastics treaty: what businesses need to know After two weeks of negotiations in Geneva, INC-5.2 closed without agreement on a
As negotiators and observers gather for the resumed fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2), the momentum around a legally binding global plastics treaty is reaching a critical stage. With decisions looming on scope, obligations, financing, and implementation mechanisms,
The recent United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) in Nice, France provided a crucial platform for reflection and renewed commitment as we approach the next (and hopefully final) round of negotiations for the Global Plastics Treaty in August. At UNOC, thousands
A clear trend is emerging on both sides of the Atlantic: environmental claims are being held to higher standards, and plastics are in the spotlight. Earlier this month, Canada released new anti-greenwashing guidance under its Competition Act, explicitly targeting vague
Executive Summary In this document, we present the value of using a model-based mass-balance approach for tracking the fate of plastic packaging waste across different countries, packaging types, and polymers. This is the approach EA uses to produce the ‘Plasteax’
This practical guide helps companies respond to the CDP Plastics Module, including tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your reporting and set ambitious targets. The comprehensive guide covers the practicalities of the CDP Plastics Module
Plastic pollution is everywhere—on city streets, along coastlines, in remote mountains, and deep in the ocean. It’s contaminating our drinking water, food, and even the air we breathe. Despite growing awareness, the global response has been underwhelming. What’s holding us
Ce guide pratique aide les entreprises – en particulier les PME suisses – à naviguer dans le paysage complexe du financement public dédié à la durabilité et à l’innovation. Il rassemble les subventions cantonales et fédérales les plus
This practical guide helps companies—especially Swiss SMEs—navigate the complex landscape of public funding for sustainability and innovation. It brings together the most relevant federal and cantonal subsidies, with clear overviews, eligibility criteria, and real-life examples across sectors. Designed to
When it comes to sustainable packaging, simple substitutions can backfire. That’s why life cycle assessments (LCAs) and holistic frameworks like SPHERE are essential to avoid unintended environmental trade-offs. This blog explores a recent study on bio-based plastics and how SPHERE
2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for corporate plastic accountability, with major sustainability reporting frameworks increasing their focus on plastic footprinting and mitigation strategies. As corporate disclosure expectations tighten, businesses must be ready to quantify, mitigate, and
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is set to bring significant changes to how packaging is designed, used, and managed in the EU. With many of its requirements becoming mandatory by 2030, businesses must ensure their packaging meets strict
As plastic regulations tighten, businesses face growing regulatory challenges. This report with SAP explores how the UN Global Plastics Treaty can drive harmonization and how companies can leverage technology to streamline reporting, reduce risk, and advance circularity and sustainability.
Discover expert insights from sustainability strategist Benoît Verzat in this exclusive Earth Action interview. Learn how businesses can align with carbon neutrality, integrate biodiversity into decision-making, and build a future-ready sustainability culture. Explore key trends, governance strategies, and the balance
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