This study used empirical evidence from
projects in Ghana, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, and Kenya which are part of the SMEP programme plastic portfolio, to analyse the role of their plastic recycling and upcycling systems and estimate reductions in human health impacts.
Impacts of Plastic Pollution on Human Health Read More »
This study examines the challenge of improving water access to meet SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), while also reducing dependence on plastic-based water delivery systems, such as those using polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) sachets by considering the traditional technology of ceramic gravity filters.
Solutions in Traditional Knowledge: Gravity water filters Read More »
A global shift towards non-plastic materials holds significant potential to deliver economic opportunities for the developing world. A new database tracking international trade in non-plastic substitutes is now available on UN Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) online Data Hub.
New data tracks global trade in non-plastic substitutes Read More »
A global shift towards non-plastic materials holds significant potential to deliver economic opportunities for the developing world. A new database tracking international trade in non-plastic substitutes is now available on UN Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) online Data Hub.
Database for tracking international trade in non-plastic substitutes Read More »
This study analyses trade related policy measures that currently apply to a relevant set of non-plastic substitutes that can replace plastics in various functions. These include, but are not limited to, wood pulp and paper, aluminium, glass, and natural fibres such as cotton and bamboo.
Beyond Plastics: A review of trade-related policy measures on non-plastic substitutes Read More »
This study aims to enhance our comprehension of the seaweed sector as a tripartite vector for economic
growth, environmental sustainability, and women’s economic empowerment as well as identifies specific action-oriented considerations for governments,
businesses, civil society, academia, and the United Nations.
An ocean of opportunities: The potential of seaweed to advance the SDGs Read More »
This is a summary of a longer report exploring potential alternatives to conventional plastics in three sectors central to the economies of many developing nations: food export packaging, fishing gear, and agricultural applications.
Using a mixed method approach, this report examines the plastic portfolio intervention projects under the SMEP Programme, identifies lessons learned from the contextual and policy environment in which they operate as well as documents their business ecosystems, through which their social and environmental impact can be better understood.
Plastics Management and Recycling amid Global Governance Change Read More »
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