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This analysis reveals that the planned trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur will eliminate tariffs for plastics exports from the EU to South America – including tariffs for plastic items whose trade and use are banned in the EU in order to protect the environment and human health.

This padlet combines reports, policy briefs, analyses, fact sheets and other resources to call on MEPs to support ambitious waste prevention measures & reuse targets in the PPWR to address the triple planetary crisis.

Well-managed pool systems for reusable packaging are a key instrument to make efficient and effective reuse systems work. This paper intends to provide guidance and policy proposals to take into account when creating EU legislation on reuse.

Promoting the reuse of packaging is crucial for resource conservation, the fight against plastic pollution, and, even more importantly, is an essential part of a climate-friendly new Circular Economy Action Plan.

The study shows that under the right conditions including a supporting policy framework, reuse can thrive in the EU, and more importantly, it can reduce the environmental impacts of packaging and save companies as well as consumers money.

Reusable packaging will likely become more economically viable, with faster return on investments. In providing more clarity on costs and benefits, this study intends to inform decision-makers in business and policymakers to confidently support reuse.

Microplastic pollution is set to become a runaway challenge if adequate preventive measures are not put in place quickly. Effective solutions that prioritise prevention must be implemented now to minimise its impacts on our ecosystems and climate.

A case for turning off the petrochemical industry’s plastic production tap to reduce European Union’s dependency on fossil fuels and Russia.