We’re in the final stretch on the road to a strong Global Plastics Treaty and this is our last chance to have as many people sign our petition as possible.
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PADI AWARE Foundation® continues to represent the diving community throughout the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations. The last step in an international plan to tackle plastic pollution head-on is happening next week at the fifth session of the UN Environment Assembly Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) — a global framework that brings nations together to agree on solutions.
The PADI AWARE policy team is currently enroute to the meeting in Busan, South Korea, to ensure that our ocean priorities are heard loud and clear.
“Our presence at INC-5 is crucial for ocean health. Together, we can push for impactful change and ensure that the treaty delivers real results for our seas,” says Emily Deery, PADI AWARE Foundation Data & Policy Specialist.
INC-5 consists of government representatives, United Nations officials, researchers, and organizations like PADI AWARE, who speak for the ocean and civil society. PADI AWARE is attending as observers—watching, listening, and most importantly, advising decision makers in their choices. As the only organization representing the global diving community, this is how PADI AWARE keeps ocean health on the agenda and makes sure the voices of the Ocean Torchbearer community are heard.
“This is the world’s final opportunity to agree on a strategy for the Global Plastics Treaty. If no consensus is reached, we're back to square one—more plastic, more harm to the ocean, and no clear path forward,” explains Deery.
“Our goal is clear: to make the treaty as strong as possible. We want concrete text on reducing plastic production and clear guidelines on elimination. We aim to reach as many countries as possible, highlighting the priorities of the diving sector and ensuring our voices are included. And we acknowledge the important work being done in individual countries and the marine monitoring programs that support our mission”
Your voice is critical in helping to secure a strong Global Plastics Treaty. This is your last chance to support the PADI AWARE policy team calling for a strong Global Plastics Treaty that tackles the marine debris crisis.
Sign our petition now and encourage your friends and family to do the same.
At INC-5, several critical topics are on the table that will shape the future of plastic pollution management. Here are three of the most pressing issues:
Should plastic production be part of the treaty? Many argue that addressing production is essential, as it’s a crucial part of the plastic lifecycle whilst others lobby against it. This is vital for protecting our oceans and human health from harmful substances.
Who is responsible? Who is accountable for this crisis? Is it the consumers, governments, or producers? Should organizations that produce plastics pay taxes to cover the costs of removal and recycling? The debate of fairness is significant- should wealthier nations assist developing countries with funding and support to tackle plastic pollution?
Should the entire life cycle of plastic be considered? From product design and production to removal and recycling? And where should fishing gear be considered (an item our marine debris data shows to be problematic)? Should it be classified as end-of-lifecycle waste or its own product? Should it be included at all?
A factsheet is a powerful tool summarizing key data about our oceans and plastic pollution. Marine debris data, like that collected through Dive Against Debris®, provides delegates at INC-5 with a clear picture of what’s happening in their countries and what can be achieved if we work together. Factsheets used at INC-5 will be made publicly available after the conference, serving as vital resources for governments and organizations to help make informed decisions and drive action.
Each factsheet includes crucial information such as:
The number of Dive Against Debris surveys conducted since 2011
The weight and number of pieces of marine debris collected and reported
The percentage of plastics in the ocean
An in-country case study as an example of an ocean monitoring resource in the local area to monitor the same sites over multiple years
This data helps delegates understand the scope of the problem and the potential for solutions, linking our data-driven insights to actionable policies and commitments to reduce plastic pollution.
Importantly, the data in these factsheets represent the collective efforts of divers like you, who log the debris collected during Dives Against Debris. Your contributions are invaluable!
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