At St Joseph's we pride ourselves on loving our community but also the planet.

"Avoiding climate breakdown will require cathedral thinking. We must lay the foundation, while we may not know exactly how to build the ceiling." Greta Thunberg

Plastic Pollution Treaty 

In November 2024, governments are coming together as part of the United Nations for the last round of negotiations to end plastic pollution. 

The treaty will apply to the entire life cycle of plastic, including its production, design and disposal. 
It aims to end plastic pollution by 2040 by: 

• Creating a common standard for plastic consumption. 
• Addressing the impact of plastic on health and the environment. 
• Supporting the circular economy 
• Establishing a financial mechanism to support the treaty’s implementation 

Plastic pollution is a major challenge that affects wildlife, ecosystems, human health and the world economy. 

At its current rate, global plastic pollution could triple by 2040. 

Plastic was first invented in 1907 but began to be mass-produced after the Second World War.  During the 1960’s and 1970’s, consumers wanted plastics to replace traditional materials because they were cheap, versatile and sanitary. 

• Plastic pollution has since become one of the most serious threats we face. 
• It was first noticed in the ocean back in the 60’s during studies on plankton. 
• Even microplastics have been found on Mount Everest.

We can all play our part in the solution by reducing our plastic use and choosing alternatives. 
Visit THE BIG PLASTIC COUNT for more information.

If you have any ideas to reduce plastic usage in school, tell your year representative on the ECO Ministry or see Mr Nunn.