Events

Government & Policy Dialogues

This sub-section will highlight national and provincial consultations, NPAP workshops, and policy dialogues led by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Protection Agencies.It will provide dates, agendas, and outcomes of these events, showcasing how government engages stakeholders in shaping plastic regulations and circular economy strategies

EU Green Week (Previous editions)

Lighthouse Lofoten Prevention Marine Litter

Addressing and Managing Plastic Pollution

Japan Study Programme on Transformation towards a Circular Economy for Plastics

Industry & Private Sector Events

This section showcases dialogues, exhibitions, and technical sessions organized by manufacturers, recyclers, packaging companies, and business associations.
The focus is on sustainable packaging, eco-design, improved recycling technologies, and voluntary commitments to reduce plastic pollution.
These events demonstrate how the private sector contributes to innovation, efficiency, and responsible production.

GoToWebinar Registration Page (Webinar Event Registration)

Civil Society & NGO Campaigns

Here you will find awareness campaigns, clean-up drives, and community mobilisation events led by citizen groups and non-profit organisations.
Activities include school outreach, environmental education, local waste audits, and programs that empower waste workers.
These campaigns highlight how community action plays a major role in reducing pollution and promoting responsible behaviour.

International Day for Biological Diversity

World Reef Day

World Environment Day

World Ocean Day

Quick facts

  • Stakeholder engagement events play a key role in shaping national action on plastic waste and circular economy practices.
  • Policy consultations and industry dialogues help align regulations with practical, on-ground realities.
  • Private sector exhibitions often introduce new recycling technologies, sustainable packaging solutions, and innovative business models.
  • Community-led campaigns and NGO events significantly boost awareness, behavior change, and public participation.
  • Academic conferences contribute valuable research that guides planning, policymaking, and investment decisions.
  • International and regional forums help the country stay connected with global trends, best practices, and emerging technologies for plastic management.

Academic & Research Conferences

This section includes national seminars, university-led workshops, and technical conferences where researchers share studies on waste management, plastic alternatives, environmental impacts, and socio-economic outcomes.
These events foster academic collaboration and support evidence-based planning across the waste sector.

UNEP Document Record (Wedocs Item e5547b81-5f12-4362-9209-005c769d1411)

UNEP Knowledge Repository Item (Document Record)

SoS2021 Overview October 2021

YouTube video

International & Regional Forums

This part highlights global and regional discussions related to plastic pollution, circular economy transitions, and sustainable waste systems.
It features participation in international dialogues, knowledge-sharing workshops, and regional cooperation platforms.
The aim is to align national efforts with international trends and emerging global solutions.

Fifth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-5)

XXII Forum of Ministers of Environment of Latin America and the Caribbean

Third Global Session of the UN Science-Policy-Business Forum on the Environment

Chairman’s Statement of the 38th and 39th ASEAN Summits