25 Countries Unite To Combat Plastic Pollution, Creating Largest Global Initiative
Global Plastic Action Partnership Expands to 25 Nations, Impacting Over 1.5 Billion People
The Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP), launched by the World Economic Forum, has achieved a major milestone by welcoming seven new countries – Angola, Bangladesh, Gabon, Guatemala, Kenya, Senegal, and Tanzania – bringing its total membership to 25 countries. With a combined population of over 1.5 billion people, this collaborative network has now become the largest global program dedicated to combating plastic pollution, a crisis affecting ecosystems, human health, and livelihoods worldwide.
The addition of these seven countries strengthens GPAP’s efforts to scale systemic solutions for plastic waste management, promote circular economies, and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from the plastics sector. By supporting countries in advancing sustainable materials, improving recycling systems, and fostering green job creation, the partnership is driving climate resilience and economic growth.
“Reaching this 25-nation milestone is not just a celebration of numbers, it’s a testament to the growing global determination to tackle one of the world’s most pressing challenges,” said Clemence Schmid, Director of GPAP, World Economic Forum. “Together, we are rethinking how plastics are produced, managed, and reused, paving the way for a circular plastics economy that benefits both people and the planet.”
Plastic pollution remains a critical global issue, with millions of tonnes of waste entering the oceans and landfills each year. GPAP’s approach promotes circular systems to reduce emissions from plastic waste, enhance recycling, and protect ecosystems. The partnership has already mobilized over USD 3.1 billion in investments and is expected to generate up to 6 million green jobs globally by 2030.
Through tailored National Action Roadmaps and shared expertise, GPAP continues to empower countries in reducing plastic pollution and creating a sustainable, equitable, and resilient future for all.
