As Plastic Production Grows, Treaty Negotiations to Reduce Plastic Waste are Stuck in Low Gear

U.N. member countries are negotiating a global treaty to reduce plastic pollution, which they aim to complete by the end of 2024.

By Sarah J. Morath
December 26, 2023
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Sarah J. Morath

Sarah is a Professor of Law and Associate Dean for International Affairs at Wake Forest University.

 
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