Study warns plastic pollution could nearly double by 2050 without action

A new study warns that plastic pollution could nearly double by 2050 without significant action. World leaders are currently meeting in South Korea to negotiate a new international treaty aimed at reducing plastic waste. The study suggests that if current practices continue, plastic waste will grow exponentially. It proposes four policies to cut plastic pollution by 91% and reduce related greenhouse gases by one-third. The treaty negotiations are in their final stages, with calls for strong commitments. Pacific leaders emphasize the urgent need for action to address the widespread impact of plastic pollution on health and the environment.