Subject: BFFP Newsletter 🌍📰 : New research exposes 25+ global brands driving fossil fuel extraction and expansion, and more stories!

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April 3, 2025

Coca-Cola and Unilever Among Dozens of Plastic Brands Tied to Texas Fracking, Investigation Reveals

A new investigation by Stand.earth Research Group (SRG) and the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) exposes the toxic supply chain fueling global plastic production, shedding new light on the major brands driving fracking while accelerating the plastics and climate crises.


The research reveals that some of the world’s largest household brands are driving fossil fuel expansion in Texas through their demand for plastic packaging. The brands’ reliance on fracked gas for plastic production is worsening the plastic crisis, harming communities, and accelerating catastrophic climate breakdown.

Unpacking Plastic Recycling: The Facts, Fiction & Future

As Global Recycling Day (established in 2018) took place on March 18th, GAIA/BFFP Africa took the opportunity to spotlight the realities of recycling and waste management across the continent. This March also marked International Zero Waste Day, International Women’s Day, and International Waste Picker Month, themes of which were integrated into our action for Global Recycling Day. With the next round of negotiations for the Global Plastic Treaty (INC-5.2) set to take place in August 2025, it will be important to address the critical need for a comprehensive approach to waste management.

International Zero Waste 2025: Towards Zero Waste in Fashion and Textiles

This year’s International Zero Waste theme, “Towards Zero Waste in Fashion and Textiles,” focuses on the urgent need to take action to reduce the waste impact from the fashion and textile sector.


Between 2000 and 2015, clothing production had doubled. Yet, it is estimated that 92 million tonnes of textile waste is generated worldwide each year. This is equivalent to a truckload of clothing being incinerated or sent to landfills every second. Achieving zero waste requires active contributions from governments and industry.


BFFP Digital Media Survey

We're excited to launch the annual Digital Media Survey! This short, 8-minute survey will help us understand how we can improve our website, social media, and overall digital efforts. We want to know what you love, what you don’t, and what you need! Available in multiple languages: Spanish | Portuguese | French | Bahasa

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