Current location:entertainment >>
Revealed: The 5 popular brands responsible for the most plastic pollution in the world
entertainment754People have gathered around
IntroductionMany of us try our best to reduce our plastic consumption. But despite our best efforts, figures sug ...
Many of us try our best to reduce our plastic consumption.
But despite our best efforts, figures suggest that a whopping 220 million tonnes of plastic waste are set to be generated this year.
Now, a study has revealed the popular brands responsible for the vast majority of branded plastic pollution in the world.
The Coca-Cola Company tops the list as the number one polluter, and is responsible for 11 per cent of all branded waste, according to researchers from Dalhousie University.
'This global branded plastic pollution data speaks for itself and demonstrates unequivocally that the world's top global producers are the biggest plastics polluters,' said Dr Tony Walker, co-author of the study.
A study has revealed the popular brands responsible for the vast majority of branded plastic pollution in the world
Many of us try our best to reduce our plastic consumption. But despite our best efforts, figures suggest that a whopping 220 million tonnes of plastic waste are set to be generated this year
Brands that produce the most plastic waste
- The Coca-Cola Company
- PepsiCo
- Nestle
- Danone
- Altria
- Bakhresa Group
- Wings
- Unilever
- Mayora Indah
- Mondalez International
- Mars Incorporated
- Salim Group
- British American Tobacco
In their study, the researchers set out to understand whether or not there is a link between plastic production and plastic pollution.
The team analysed five years of data from 1,576 audit events across 84 countries.
These brand audits are citizen science initiatives, in which volunteers conduct waste cleanups and document the brands collected.
Their analysis revealed a 'clear link' between plastic production and pollution.
In fact, they found a one per cent increase in plastic production resulted in a one per cent increase in pollution.
In terms of specific brands, the researchers found that 56 global companies are responsible for more than 50 per cent of all branded plastic pollution.
The top five producers were The Coca-Cola Company (11 per cent), PepsiCo (five per cent), Nestle (three per cent), Danone (three per cent), and Altria/Philip Morris International (two per cent).
However, more than half of the recovered plastic items were unbranded, which makes the accountable companies difficult to track down.
To prevent this issue in the future, the researchers suggest creating an international, open-access database into which companies are obliged to track and report their products, packaging and brands to the environment.
Overall, the researchers say that the key to curbing plastic pollution is reducing the production of single-use plastic goods.
The team analysed five years of data from 1,576 audit events across 84 countries. These brand audits are citizen science initiatives, in which volunteers conduct waste cleanups and document the brands collected
READ MORE: 220 million tonnes of plastic pollution are set to be generated this year
Advertisement'When I first saw the relationship between production and pollution, I was shocked,' said Win Cowger of the Moore Institute for Plastic Pollution Research.
'Despite all the things big brands say they are doing, we see no positive impact from their efforts.
'But on the other hand, it gives me hope, that reducing plastic production by fast-moving consumer goods companies will have a strong positive impact on the environment.'
A spokesperson at Coca-Cola Great Britain said: 'We care about the impact of every drink we sell and we're working to reduce the amount of plastic packaging we use.
'We have an ambitious goal to collect and recycle a bottle or can for each one we sell by 2030.
'In addition, we support well-designed Deposit Return Schemes across Europe which we know can help us get our packaging back.'
A Nestle spokesperson added: 'Plastic pollution is a serious issue and one that we are working hard to help address.
'We have reduced in the last five years our new (virgin) plastic usage by 14.9%.
'At Nestlé, we have more than 220 initiatives to develop well-functioning waste collection, sorting and recycling schemes in Europe, Africa, Asia, North America and Latin America. We will continue to pursue this work to keep packaging materials in the circular economy and out of the environment.'
A Pepsi spokesperson said: 'We have made significant investments for more than a decade aiming to reduce the packaging we use, scale reusable models, and partner to further develop collection and recycling systems. Progress is ongoing, however, building a stronger circular economy is complex and requires collaboration.
'As a member of the Business Coalition for a Global Plastic Treaty, we advocate for an ambitious and binding global policy framework to help address plastic pollution and we urge others to seize the opportunity to do the same.'
A Danone spokesperson added: 'Throughout the global Danone family of companies, we strongly support efforts to reduce plastic waste by accelerating recycling and reuse. We continue to strive to reduce our own plastic footprint – between 2018-2023 we reduced our plastic use by 8% equivalent to 62 000 tons and increased the recyclability of our packaging (84% of our packaging is recyclable, reusable or compostable). We continue to support and push for improved collection and recycling infrastructures to help consumers recycle.
'However, there are systemic barriers to overcome to reduce plastic waste, such as underdeveloped reuse, collection and recycling infrastructures and the scarcity of recycled materials. This is why Danone has been advocating for an ambitious and binding UN Global Plastic Treaty which would represent a major opportunity to unlock and accelerate progress on plastics circularity.'
Tags:
Reprint:Friends are welcome to share on the Internet, but please indicate the source of the article when reprinting it.“Stellar Stories news portal”。http://mauritania.downmusic.org/news-9a599442.html
Related articles
Babar hoping paceman Rauf will regain full fitness and make an impact for Pakistan at T20 World Cup
entertainmentISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan captain Babar Azam is hoping Haris Rauf will regain full fitness after a s ...
Read moreChina's domestic tourism expected to fully recover in summer
entertainmentA full recovery of China's domestic tourism market is expected during the summer holidays this y ...
Read moreBeijing, Shanxi force tie
entertainmentThe Beijing Royal Fighters edged the Shenzhen Aviators 99-94, while the Shanxi Loongs defeated the Z ...
Read more
Popular articles
Latest articles
LINKS
- California is poised for major earthquake THIS YEAR
- The Apprentice star Tre Lowe shares Lord Sugar's secret five
- The View host Sara Haines REFUSES to say OJ Simpson's name in the wake of his death
- Seabed mining critics furious after company pulls out of hearings
- Nasa vs Nessie: Space agency asked to assist new hunt...
- How to tell if you have the sleep disorder that even doctors don't know about
- Children addicted to tech including smartphones are more at risk of psychosis, study suggests
- Podcast pick: The best audio show to listen to now
- Lazy or genius? It's the gadget that's becoming a must
- From House Sparrows to Blue Tits: The stunning birds spotted the most often in UK gardens