The Gabonese government is launching its National Plastic Action Platform (NPAP-Gabon) on October 6, 2026, at the Crystal Hotel in Libreville. This initiative aims to strengthen coherence between public policies, production industries, waste management, scientific data, innovation, and financing mechanisms. The platform is a collaborative effort between the General Directorate of Environment and Nature Protection (DGEPN), the Global Partnership for Plastic Action (GPAP), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Gabon.
The NPAP-Gabon platform will support the development of a national roadmap to combat plastic pollution and establish a multi-stakeholder framework to facilitate the country's transition to a circular economy for plastic waste. The platform will identify regulatory, financial, and operational priorities necessary to structure a circular economy market from its first year of operation. This will involve collaboration with government institutions, the private sector, civil society, universities, research centers, and technical and financial partners.
The launch ceremony will feature three panels: the first on vision and governance, the second on solutions and innovation, and the third on site rehabilitation and depollution. These panels will bring together various stakeholders to discuss the challenges and opportunities in addressing plastic pollution in Gabon. The Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP) is an international multipartite initiative hosted by the World Economic Forum, which supports governments and partners in combating plastic pollution and accelerating the transition to a circular economy.
The GPAP is committed to protecting coastal ecosystems, which are heavily exposed to plastic waste. Through the NPAP-Gabon platform, the government aims to develop a comprehensive approach to addressing plastic pollution, including the identification of priorities and solutions. The platform will also provide a framework for monitoring progress and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions.
The launch of the NPAP-Gabon platform is a significant step towards addressing the plastic pollution challenge in Gabon. The country is taking a proactive approach to mitigating the impacts of plastic waste on its environment and economy. By bringing together various stakeholders, the platform will facilitate collaboration and coordination in the development and implementation of effective solutions.
The NPAP-Gabon platform will be instrumental in supporting Gabon's transition to a circular economy, which is critical for sustainable development. The platform's focus on regulatory, financial, and operational priorities will help to create an enabling environment for the growth of a circular economy. This, in turn, will contribute to the country's economic development and environmental protection.
The success of the NPAP-Gabon platform will depend on the active participation and engagement of various stakeholders, including government institutions, the private sector, civil society, and technical and financial partners. The platform's impact will be closely monitored, and its outcomes will inform the development of similar initiatives in other countries.
Key points
- Gabon launches National Plastic Action Platform to combat plastic pollution
- The platform aims to support the development of a national roadmap to combat plastic pollution
- The initiative is a collaborative effort between government institutions, the private sector, civil society, and technical and financial partners
