Compilation of Information, Best Practices and Lessons Learned on Measures Taken by Key Stakeholders to Prevent and Reduce Single Use Plastic Waste and Packaging Waste
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This compilation report provides a global overview of national and subnational policies designed to prevent and reduce single-use plastics, including primary microplastics, and plastic packaging. Plastic packaging other than single-use plastic packaging is
not covered in this document. This document compiles information, best practices and lessons learnt referenced in literature from research, intergovernmental organizations, government agencies, civil society organizations, and the private sector (grey literature). It also highlights gaps in the academic and grey literature, proposing avenues for future research.
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