Amsterdam, Netherlands – WEBWIRE – Thursday, April 4, 2024
Eight out of 10 people support cutting plastic production revealed a new Greenpeace International report ahead of the fourth Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC4) meeting for a Global Plastics Treaty to be held in Ottawa, Canada this month. The survey which was conducted across 19 countries also indicates overwhelming public backing for measures aimed at ending single-use plastics and promoting reuse-based solutions.
Key findings include:
82% of respondents support cutting the production of plastic to stop plastic pollution.[1]
80% of respondents advocate for protecting biodiversity and the climate by reducing plastics production.[2]
90% of respondents endorse transitioning away from single-use plastic packaging to reusable and refillable alternatives.[3]
75% of respondents support a ban on single-use plastic packaging.[1]
80% of respondents express concern[1] about the health impacts of plastic on their loved ones and 84% of parents surveyed express concern about the health impacts of plastic on their children.[4]
Graham Forbes,Greenpeace Head of Delegation to the Global Plastics Treaty negotiationsand Global Plastics Campaign Lead for Greenpeace USA,said: The level of public support demonstrated by this survey sends a clear message: the vast majority of people want a Global Plastics Treaty that cuts plastic production and ends single use plastic. It is time for world leaders to listen and rise to the occasion. They must stand up to the fossil fuel industry and deliver a strong and ambitious treaty that represents the will of the people, or face significant political repercussions.
The survey reveals consistent support for ambitious action on plastics across all countries, particularly in the Global South regions where plastic pollution levels are notably high. A strong majority of people support these measures across all categories, including 60% of respondents who supported the exclusion of lobbyists from the fossil fuel and chemical industries from treaty negotiations.
In several countries there is a significant disconnect between the level of public support for cutting plastic production and the position of their governments on the treaty. For example, the Indian and Chinese governments oppose limiting the production of plastics, and the Brazilian government does not specify its support for this measure, compared to overwhelming public support to cut production in China of 92%[1], 89%[1] in Brazil, and 86%[1] in India.
Greenpeace is demanding that the Global Plastics Treaty cuts total plastic production by at least 75% by 2040 to protect biodiversity and ensure that global temperatures stay below 1.5 C. Over 99% of plastic is made from fossil fuels, and with production set to skyrocket, it is a significant driver of climate change.
We only have two negotiation meetings left the clock is ticking and we are either heading towards a treaty that will solve the global plastics crisis or end up with a weak treaty that will only let the planet spiral towards disaster. We cannot let the fossil fuel industry dictate the terms of how the world solves a problem that theyve created. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to solve the plastics crisis lets not waste it, Forbes added.
Government ministers from 173 countries are set to gather at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, Canada from April 23 to 29, 2024, for the INC4 conference to negotiate a legally binding Treaty. The last negotiation meeting will happen in Busan, South Korea in November 2024.
The INC3 meeting in Nairobi, Kenya last November 2023ended in frustrationas low-ambition countries derailed the negotiations, with the talks ending without a mandate to create a first draft of the treaty. Instead, the meeting saw the Zero Draft reworked to add weaker options, resulting in a convoluted document.
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Notes:
The research was conducted byCensuswide, from a sample of 19,088 members of the public in the UK, USA, Canada, India, Brazil, Egypt, Germany, Mexico, South Africa, Philippines, Indonesia, Japan, Thailand, South Korea, China, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Austria, and Norway. The data was collected between 16th 26th February 2024.
[1] Strongly agree and Somewhat agree responses combined
[2] Strongly support and Somewhat support responses combined
[3] Essential, Very important, and Fairly important responses combined
[4] Very concerned and Quite concerned responses combined
Full Report People vs. Plastic: Global Support for a Strong Plastics Treaty
Mon Ethos Pro Support and Virgin Islands Police Department Successfully Enhance Security at Crucian Christmas Festival Amidst Presidential Visit.
In a significant public-private partnership, Mon Ethos Pro Support (MEPSVI) and the Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) successfully bolstered security at the Crucian Christmas Festival, coinciding with the honorary visit of United States President Joe Biden to the island. While the President did not attend the festival, his presence underscored the importance of robust security measures for such high-profile events.
This year’s festival, a vibrant tradition rooted in the early 1800s, was safeguarded by over 150 advanced security cameras strategically installed by MEPSVI in collaboration with VIPD. The initiative, supported by the USVI Department of Tourism, exemplifies the effectiveness of innovative public- private partnerships in enhancing community safety.
“Providing a safe environment is our top priority,” stated David Whitaker, Founder of Mon Ethos Pro Support. “Our collaboration with VIPD demonstrates our commitment to employing advanced technology for the welfare of the community.”
The state-of-the-art surveillance system integrated into VIPD’s mobile command center played a pivotal role in monitoring the festivities, contributing to a secure and enjoyable experience for all attendees. St. Croix Police Chief Sean Santos praised the Office of the Police Commissioner and the project, remarking, “The Office of the Police Commissioner, Ray Martinez, worked with the Department of Tourism to utilize the Tourism Revolving Fund,” and he warns, “Any village you go to in the territory will be monitored by VIPD.”
Building on the success of last year’s deployment, MEPSVI’s involvement this year has set a new benchmark in festival security. Plans are already underway to replicate this success in St. Thomas for the upcoming carnival.
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This is just one of the ways were giving you more for watching and streaming on Twitch. This is an added benefit to everything you already receive from subbing to your favorite streamers, including custom emotes, badges, Channel Points multipliers, as well as ad-free viewing and sub-only chat when enabled.
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ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Sept. 28, 2023 – PRLog — The L-Tron team will be attending the NC, TN, GA IAI Joint Educational Forensics Conference at Harrah’s Cherokee Resort and Conference Center from October 2-5, 2023. The Conference, which will be co-hosted by the International Association for Identification (IAI) Divisions of Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, is geared toward detectives, crime scene investigators, forensic scientists, and other public safety professionals. L-Tron will demonstrate and exhibit the OSCR360 System for Crime Scene Investigation and Prosecution.
The IAI is an organization committed to the collection and preservation of evidence. At this year’s Conference, Keynote Speaker, Dr. David Snively, will present, “Forensic Leadership: Managing at Every Level.” Throughout the event, the vendor hall will remain open and attendees are also encouraged to attend the many presentations and workshop sessions. The Conference will close with a powerful speaker, Mr. George Brauchler, Esq, as he discusses how he obtained a conviction and served justice in the high-profile Aurora Colorado Movie Theater Shooting that killed 12 and left 70 injured.
L-Tron has supported many international and regional IAI conferences over the years, both as a vendor and by sending guest speakers to provide presentations and teach workshops. This year, L-Tron’s Andrew McNeill and Julianne Pangal will be available at Booth #106 to show how the OSCR360 system captures, stores and presents crime scenes in 360-degrees.
OSCR360 (https://www.L-Tron.com/OSCR360) is first on the scene, capturing comprehensive 360-degree spherical images to preserve and document each case. As the investigation continues, OSCR360 incorporates each piece of digital evidence into an OSCR project, resulting in a unique virtual walkthrough of the scene and all its evidence. With OSCR360, investigators, detectives, and command staff can virtually revisit the scene over and over. In the courtroom, prosecutors and witnesses can show the jury exactly where the crime occurred and all evidence, leaving no detail to the imagination.
Hundreds of agencies nationwide are using OSCR360 for investigation and prosecution purposes, as well as for active shooter and emergency preparedness at schools and for law enforcement training courses.
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The International Association for Identification (IAI) is recognized around the globe for its advancement of forensics through education. To discover more about the 2023 NC, TN, GA IAI Joint Educational Forensics Conference visit, https://nciai.com/conference.html.
About L-Tron Corporation
For over two decades, L-Tron has partnered with public safety agencies to provide technology solutions built from your voice. We are a proud New York State business and we are honored to “Back the Blue” in our own state, as well as in all 50 states nationwide, through a variety of educational events, non-profit sponsorships, and more. Your feedback matters, “Your Success is our Purpose.”
Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, Sept 29, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – PT PLN (Persero), Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (PT SMI) signed partnership documents formalizing their commitment to work together towards achieving Indonesia’s greenhouse gas reduction target. The agreement signed on the sidelines of the 2023 Annual Meeting in Sharm El Sheik, Egypt Tuesday, (26/9) to work together to reduce Indonesia’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Minister of Finance Indonesia, Sri Mulyani remarked that holistic growth required energy supplies. Responding the need for renewable energy necessitates support and cooperation in providing adequate resources.
Darmawan Prasodjo, President Director of PLN (middle) hands over a souvenir to Investment Operations Vice President of AIIB Urjit R. Patel, witnessed by Sri Mulyani, Ministry of Finance of Republic of Indonesia.
“This is necessary for private sector participation in funding the climate agenda. This is a step that we are excited to share with you and AIIB in order to discover solutions. As a cleaner, greener, and leaner financial institution,” Sri Mulyani said.
President Director of PLN, Darmawan Prasodjo stated that collaboration and partnerships are critical to advancing Indonesia’s energy transformation. As a result, PLN is going to keep maintaining the relationship with diverse stakeholders with the goal to realize the energy transition from conventional to new, renewable, and sustainable energy.
“Of course, financial support is crucial for accelerating Indonesia’s energy transition. This partnership is certain to reflect PLN’s objective of boosting the share of renewable energy in Indonesia’s energy mix,” mentioned Darmawan.
Darmawan stated that over the previous 3,5 years, PLN has transformed into a greener electricity provider based on new renewable energy (NRE). The corporation began by developing a greener Electric Power Supply Business Plan and cancelling as much as 13,3 Gigawatt (GW) of coal-based power plants from 2019 – 2028 electricity plan. Aside from that, PLN’s entire commitment to the energy transition is continuing with the planning of the national power plan, which includes 51,6% of NRE power generation.
PLN continues to innovate and do various breakthroughs to develop NRE up to 75% in 2040. “In addition, we are committed to executing the Net Zero Emissions target by the year 2060, PLN is now focusing not only on providing electricity but also on the environment,” Darmawan explained.
According to AIIB President Jin Liqun, the goal of this partnership is to help Indonesia transition to sustainable development and solve climate change challenges. Jin Liqun believes that this collaboration will push Indonesia to become a leader in the region’s energy transition from fossil-based to new renewable energy.
“This is a crucial decade for climate change action. By collaborating with major energy players in Indonesia, AIIB intends to unlock and mobilize additional capital to increase access to environmentally friendly energy in Southeast Asia’s largest economy,” Jin Liqun said.
He stated that the AIIB intends to provide long-term finance to assist the Indonesian government in implementing the transition to low-carbon energy. This funding is intended to supplement existing national and multinational efforts, such as the cooperation with JET-P, while pushing Indonesia to pursue a complete and integrated energy transition strategy.
Furthermore, following the signature of the partnership agreement, AIIB, PLN, and SMI will investigate potential for project preparation, knowledge exchange, capacity building, and technical assistance in the sphere of energy transition.
“By leveraging each other’s technical expertise and financial resources, the three institutions are committed to accelerating the implementation of environmentally friendly energy technologies and contributing to a greener and more sustainable future for Indonesia and the rest of the world,” Jin Liqun said.
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