All Plastics articles
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PRI Web PageThe UN Global Plastics Treaty
Read an overview of how we are supporting an ambitious UN Global Plastics Treaty, and let us know if you plan to attend INC-5 in November.
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WebinarTurning the tide on plastic waste and pollution
Plastic pollution is a global challenge and systemic issue, exposing financial institutions to a range of material financial risks. Every year we produce 300 million tonnes of plastic waste (more than the weight of the entire human population) and only 9% of this is recycled.
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WebinarCOP 15 — the ‘Paris moment for nature’: Is finance on board?
In this webinar, we learn about what the financial sector can expect from this ‘Paris moment for nature’, at COP 15 in December 2022 in Montreal, Canada under the Presidency of the People’s Republic of China.
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Case studyMFS Investment Management: Creating a framework to turn thematic plastic research into actionable investment insights
Case study by MFS Investment Management
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Blog postCBD COP15: What does the global biodiversity framework mean for investors?
By Gemma James, Senior lead, Environmental Issues, PRI
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Blog postHow investors can support a circular economy for plastics: new engagement guidance
By Rebecca Chapman, Specialist, Environmental Issues, PRI, and Gerald Naber, Programme Manager, New Plastics Economy, Ellen MacArthur Foundation
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Engagement guideEngaging on plastic packaging: Waste management
Css What should investors know before engaging? For the purposes of this guide, the waste management sector encompasses waste collection, sorting, recycling, incineration, treatment and disposal. Companies can be involved in one or more of these activities, some of which – such as incineration and landfill – will ...
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Engagement guideEngaging on plastic packaging: Containers and packaging producers
Css What should investors know before engaging? This engagement guide focuses on companies that convert plastics into packaging – products that are used to contain, protect, handle, deliver, store, transport and present goods.[1] Plastics are widely used because – depending on the application – they are durable, can ...
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Engagement guideEngaging on plastic packaging: Petrochemicals
Css What should investors know before engaging? The petrochemicals sector is concerned with the production and trade of petrochemicals, which are used in products such as plastics, fertilisers, clothing, medical equipment, detergents, tyres, and many others.[1] The production of plastic polymers is a major component of petrochemical demand. ...
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Engagement guideEngaging on plastic packaging
The PRI has published four guides to help investors engage with key sectors in the plastic packaging value chain including petrochemicals, containers and packaging, fast-moving consumer goods and waste management. The reports were developed with expert input from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and PRI’s Plastics Investor Working Group.
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Engagement guideEngaging on plastic packaging: Fast-moving consumer goods
Css What should investors know before engaging? Fast-moving consumer goods companies manufacture products that are sold frequently, in high volumes, and at a relatively low cost. For the purpose of this guide, these products include branded and own-brand[1] non-durable household goods, including packaged foods, beverages, personal care products ...
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Workshop summaryESG in credit risk: Workshop with borrowers in the chemical sector
Credit analysts met with seven companies from the chemical sector to discuss energy usage and targets, plastics recycling and the need to transition to a sustainable economy.
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Engagement guideThe plastics landscape: regulations, policies and influencers
Rounding off a three-part series titled The plastics landscape, this report explores the various plastic-related regulations and policies at different stages of the value chain. It also looks at the types of movements that are influencing how plastic is regulated, managed and used.
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Engagement guidePlastics: The challenges and possible solutions
With an increase in global production and consumption of plastics, and less than 20 percent of plastics recycled globally, plastic waste is increasing – and mismanaged.
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Engagement guideRisks and opportunities along the plastics value chain
The level of global interest in plastic production, consumption and waste has soared in recent years. While much of this focus has been on the risks and impacts, it is important to recognise that the flexibility and resilience of plastic mean that products made from the material perform many crucial ...
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Workshop summaryHow can investors help create a plastics economy that works? Event roundup
Whilst plastic is fundamental to everyday life, plastic waste poses significant reputational risks, particularly for the food, beverage and retail sectors.
