Mejores iniciativas para la reducción de plásticos de un solo uso

Ikea removed all single-use plastic products from its home furnishing range, restaurants, and bistros globally by January 2020. The company has committed to phasing out plastic from consumer packaging solutions by 2028 and ensuring all plastic used in its products is based on renewable or recycled material by 2030.

Fundación Ecoalf leads a pioneering initiative by transforming marine plastic waste into high-quality yarn for the fashion industry. Its Upcycling the Oceans project engages thousands of fishermen in waste collection, demonstrating an effective model for single-use plastic reduction and promoting the circular economy.

Lidl Spain has implemented a comprehensive strategy for plastic reduction, eliminating single-use plastic bags ahead of EU regulations and replacing fruit and vegetable bags with compostable alternatives. Furthermore, it has successfully reduced virgin plastic use in its private-label packaging by 10% by 2025 and has recycled over 1,500 tonnes of plastic, aiming to sell more than 16 million recycled bags by the end of 2026.

Iberostar has implemented a comprehensive strategy to eliminate single-use plastics across all its hotels worldwide since 2020. This initiative has prevented the generation of 43 tons of plastic waste in Spain alone, by removing 1.5 million plastic bottles annually from its hotel rooms. Its commitment extends to being waste-free by 2025 and carbon-neutral by 2030.

Eroski has successfully eliminated over 1,100 tonnes of conventional single-use plastics annually since 2020, reducing plastic use per unit by 15.4%. The cooperative has introduced alternatives such as compostable bags, 100% recycled paper bags, and reusable bags, alongside a commitment to eliminate plastic bags for weighing fruits and vegetables.

Gloop provides an innovative and direct solution to the single-use plastic problem through its edible cutlery and straws. Its products are vegan, biodegradable, and gluten-free, ensuring zero environmental impact if consumed or properly disposed of. This Spanish initiative perfectly aligns with European and national regulations for plastic reduction, offering a practical and sustainable alternative.

This program stands out for its legislative and strategic approach to addressing single-use plastic pollution in Colombia. Law 2232 of 2022 establishes an ambitious framework for the eradication of these plastics by 2030, complemented by waste management initiatives and the promotion of a circular economy.

This Mexican law prohibits the marketing and distribution of disposable plastic bags and single-use plastics, unless they are compostable. It has driven subnational bans in over 20 states, including straws and Styrofoam, demonstrating a significant impact on plastic waste reduction.

This Mexican initiative implements a robust legal framework for Extended Producer Responsibility, promoting the reduction of plastic waste at its source. Furthermore, it prohibits the distribution of non-compostable single-use plastics, directly impacting the decrease in plastic pollution.

This initiative has achieved a significant reduction in single-use plastic consumption in one of the world's largest cities. Its implementation has prompted businesses and citizens to adopt more sustainable alternatives, demonstrating an effective commitment to environmental protection.