Global Scans · Plastics · Weekly Summary

• The Kunming Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework calls for the elimination of plastic pollution by 2030. SciTechDaily
• Without coordinated international action, plastic production could increase by 70% between 2020 and 2040, surpassing 700 million tonnes annually. ScienceDaily
• The sustainable plastic segment is likely to experience the fastest CAGR of 11.4% from 2026 to 2034 due to advancements in material science that reconcile performance with environmental responsibility. Market Data Forecast
• The health damage caused by emissions from the global plastic cycle could double by 2040. medscape
• The European Union has set a goal to achieve a minimum recycling rate of 55% for plastic packaging waste by 2030. Towards Packaging

Last updated: 09 March 2026