COP30 after Belém: Why verified plastic recovery will matter more in 2026 corporate reporting
Delegates of COP30 in Belém demanded ‘roadmaps’ to lead the world away from fossil fuels and to prevent deforestation. While the roadmaps didn’t fully materialize by the end of COP30, they are expected in mid- 2026. The concept of a roadmap is powerful, since it illustrates a vision with clear steps for achieving an extraordinarily […]
Response to “Three problems’ with Verra’s first plastic waste reduction credits” by Madeleine Jenkins
I’d like to respond to Madeleine Jenkins’ article “Three problems’ with Verra’s first plastic waste reduction credits”. I’m Steve Hardman, Director of Plastic Collective, which is a developer of plastic collection and recycling projects that advises businesses on how to develop better plastic sustainability pathways and reduce plastic pollution. Part of our work includes registering […]
How are Marine Megafauna Impacted by Plastic Pollution?
Photograph by Jordi Chias sourced from National Geographic. “Marine litter has become a pervasive pollution problem affecting all of the world’s seas. It is widely documented that marine litter, in particular plastic, has negative impacts on marine wildlife, primarily due to ingestion and entanglement. Most cetacean species (more than 66%) are adversely affected by this […]