India, April 4 -- Greenpeace calls for a Global Plastics Treaty that reflects public's rejection of plastic, demands at least 75% reduction in plastic production by 2040

A new report by campaigning organisation Greenpeace International revealed that close to 90 per cent of Indians support reducing plastic production to tackle pollution and combat climate change. This widespread public backing comes ahead of a crucial meeting in Ottawa, Canada, where a global treaty to regulate plastics will be discussed.

The Greenpeace report was based on a survey that polled over 19,000 people across 19 countries, including India, in February 2024. The survey results indicated strong international support for measures like phasing out single-use plasti...