Final signature count: 9,087

9,087 signatures toward our 30,000 goal

Plastic pollution is overwhelming our planet, with devastating impacts on ecosystems, human health, and marginalized communities. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in our oceans, killing marine life, contaminating our food and water, and harming those least equipped to deal with its impacts. The Global Plastics Treaty, supported by 175 countries¹, is our best opportunity to make a real difference, but time is running out. We need a strong, legally binding treaty that tackles plastic pollution from every angle. Here’s why—and how you can help.

Cut Plastic Production by 75%

The plastic crisis begins long before disposal. Over 400 million tons of plastic are produced annually², much of it designed to be used once and discarded. If left unchecked, plastic production could double by 2050, creating environmental destruction that will be irreversible. Reducing plastic production by at least 75% by 2040 will not only decrease waste but also prevent the toxic chemicals released during manufacturing from polluting our air and water. A reduction of this magnitude is essential to prevent the worst impacts of plastic pollution on our climate and our health³.

Demand Transparency and Hold Polluters Accountable

For too long, corporations have avoided accountability for the pollution their plastic creates. A strong Global Plastics Treaty would require full transparency from every plastic producer, user, and exporter. By enforcing clear reporting on plastic production, use, import, and export, this treaty would hold the world’s biggest polluters responsible for the waste they generate and enable governments and citizens to push for better alternatives. Only by knowing the full scope of plastic pollution can we truly address it⁴.

Fight for Environmental Justice

Plastic pollution disproportionately harms marginalized and low-income communities, who are often the most affected by plastic waste and lack the infrastructure to manage it⁵. These communities bear the brunt of plastic’s health risks, economic losses, and environmental damage. A strong Global Plastics Treaty would address these inequities directly, ensuring that marginalized communities are prioritized in waste management solutions and have a seat at the table. Environmental justice is not just an ideal—it’s a necessity in the fight against plastic pollution.

Help Secure a Livable Future for All

The Global Plastics Treaty is our chance to create a future where our oceans, air, and land are no longer littered with plastic. This treaty can ensure cleaner oceans, healthier communities, and a livable planet for future generations. But to be effective, it must be robust, enforceable, and ambitious.

We’re urging the United Nations Environmental Assembly to finalize a treaty that addresses the plastic crisis at every stage of its life cycle—production, use, and disposal. The time to act is now, and your voice can make a difference.

Sign the petition for a strong Global Plastics Treaty. By signing, you’re joining millions around the world in demanding real, lasting change. Together, we can secure a future free from the harms of plastic pollution.