New Report on Single Use Plastic Products Focuses on Migration Strategies
Source: IATA Report advocates for a sectoral approach to managing SUPP in aviation with a clear set of recommendations. Key recommendations were identified for airlines, regulators and the supply chain The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released the Reassessing Single Use Plastics Products in the Airline Sector report to assist airlines, regulators, and the airline supply chain to mitigate the environmental impacts of single use plastic products (SUPP). This publication is timely as the United National Environmental Program (UNEP) has convened an intergovernmental negotiating committee (INC) to develop an international legally binding agreement on SUPP use by the end of 2024. SUPP are widely used in aviation due to their strength, lightness, and ability to meet safety and security regulations. However, the airline [...]