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We contribute to policy development and insights in a positive way! GO!PHA is the go-to organization for policy makers and influencers that want to drive the biobased circular economy with renewable materials that are recyclable, compostable, and leave no micro-plastics.
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The Road to a Global Plastics Treaty
The GO!PHA team was in Busan (Republic of Korea) to highlight the critical role of alternatives and substitutes like bio-based, biodegradable, and compostable materials in achieving the goals of the United Nations Global Plastics Treaty.
GO!PHA Webinar Series Part 2 (INC-5)
Leading up to the UN Global Treaty on Plastics (INC-5), we hosted our second webinar series, showcasing groundbreaking insights into sustainable solutions for key sectors such as agriculture, fisheries, and healthcare.
GO!PHA Webinar Series Part 1 (INC-5)
With five expert speakers from around the world, this series explores innovations shaping the future of plastics in alignment with the United Nations Plastics Treaty.
Driving Sustainability with Biobased & Biodegradable Solutions
Addressing environmental challenges like climate change and plastic pollution requires a holistic approach to biobased and biodegradable products, integrating their entire lifecycle from production to disposal to maximize sustainability.
Webinar (INC-4)
A webinar on the crucial role of suitable substitutes in advancing a sustainable future within the framework of the Global UN Plastics Treaty.
Refining LCA Parameters for Biopolymers
Navigating the complexities of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for biobased materials illuminates a landscape marked by significant debate among stakeholders.
Navigating Plastics and Non-Fossil Substitutes
This article we will provide a comprehensive overview on the diversity of safe, non-fossil substitutes and their environmental impact.
GO!PHA Manifesto - The Road to a Circular Europe
This Manifesto reflects GO!PHA’s shared expectations, suggestions, and recommendations to support the European Union's sustainability goals, including the Green Deal and Circular Economy Action Plan.
Plastic & Biopolymer Persistence: Degradation & Timelines
This article dives deeper into the realm of PHAs and their environmental residence time.
EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
Having seen a 20% rise in the EU's packaging waste between 2012 and 2020, and aligning with the European Green Deal and Circular Economy plan, the European Commission proposed a revision to its packaging waste directive.