Secondary production is growing, but makes up only six percent of total plastic production

Plastic-related gross commitments for ODA have increased steadily but remain small

Global plastics use has quadrupled in 30 years, mainly driven by emerging economies

Almost two-thirds of plastic waste comes from relatively short-lived products such as packaging, consumer products and textiles

More plastic waste is mismanaged than collected for recycling

Global plastics use declined by more than 10 Mt in 2020, affecting almost all regions

Global plastics use declined by more than 10 Mt in 2020, affecting almost all sectors

Secondary production is growing, but makes up only six percent of total plastic production (graph)

Innovation in plastics prevention and recycling have grown the most

Some countries specialise in circular plastics innovation