As ASEAN grapples with the global challenge of plastic pollution, Phase II of the project reaffirms the collective commitment to fostering sustainable, long-term change. Through increased collaboration across sectors and regions, the project is set to contribute significantly to the shared vision of a cleaner and more sustainable ASEAN.
The project will be carried out by ERIA and the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES).
About RKCMPD
The Regional Knowledge Centre for Marine Plastic Debris was established under the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia in 2019. The Centre’s mission is to provide information and support to ASEAN+3 Member States, thereby helping them to improve the circularity of plastic and prevent leakage into marine environments.