"We are the canary in the coal mine. We're in it with heavy hearts. Our communities at home are suffering," says Jo Banner, who is advocating for her community's needs at the negotiations.
Health advocates stress the urgency of stronger regulations to limit hazardous chemicals in plastics, linking these issues to broader health concerns facing vulnerable communities.
Supporters of a production cap believe it is essential to address plastic pollution at its source, arguing that this would also help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Despite the support of over 100 countries for limits on plastic manufacturing, negotiations failed as major fossil fuel producers opposed restrictions and favored waste management strategies instead.
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