Today is Earth Day.

Serving as a rallying cry for urgent action to address the environmental threat posed by plastic waste, this year’s theme is "Planet vs Plastic."

Throughout the world, individuals, communities, businesses, and governments come together to raise awareness, advocate for change, and take concrete steps towards a more sustainable future.

At the heart of Earth Day 2024 is a recognition of the urgent need to reduce, reuse, and recycle plastic to protect the health of the planet and its ecosystems.

The focus of Earth Day 2024 is on both individual action and systemic change. Communities around the world are embracing sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics, from reusable bags and bottles to compostable packaging.

In Ottawa this week, reps from more than 170 countries will begin more talks to create a global plastics treaty, with a goal of eliminating plastic waste by 2040.