Compendium of Policies and Preventive Measures to Reduce Land-based Marine Debris in APEC Economies
| Published Date | December 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type of Publication | Reports |
| Publication Under | APEC Secretariat, APEC Policy Support Unit |
| Accessed | 5099 |
| Pages | 63 |
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Description
This compendium provides a snapshot of the policies and preventive measures currently in place in APEC economies to reduce the entry of plastic waste into the sea. The findings from the direct survey and secondary research show that APEC economies have implemented a wide range of measures, including both regulatory and non-regulatory instruments, to manage marine debris pollution. The findings also reveal gaps with scope for improvement. These include stronger enforcement of legislation, innovation on alternative plastics, and adoption of new technologies to monitor marine debris.