When referring to any of the results of our analysis and/or its concept and design, please cite us accordingly:
Global Plastics Policy Centre (2022) March A., Salam, S., Evans, T., Hilton, J., Fletcher, S. (editors). Global Plastics Policy Review. Revolution Plastics, University of Portsmouth.
Japan National Action Plan for Marine Plastic Litter
View the policy documentKey Findings
View the policy documentThis policy focuses on prevention of littering and dumping and aims to improve collection. The plan is also heavily weighted towards substitution of plastic with marine biodegradable plastic and there is 1.83 billion yen to fund innovation in this area. Japan currently sends 61% of the plastic for recycling to other countries which distorts recycling percentages. The Plan incorporates initiatives, public clean-ups and separation at source. This plan is part of the G20 action on marine plastic and Osaka Blue Ocean Vision. Japan is helping a number of developing countries with plastic policy.
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Through an analytical framework, we've reviewed over 100 plastic policies. These reviews determine the effectiveness of policies in reducing plastic pollution and we offer recommendations in light of this evidence, to enhance future policy making. You can find out more about our methods on our methods page.
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