Scheduled for October 1–2, 2025, in Dubai, PolyNext focuses on plastic circularity, recycling, and sustainable design. The event features panels, startup pitches, and a prestigious awards ceremony.
Anticipated in mid-2025, this conference aims to finalize a legally binding global treaty on plastic pollution. Potential locations include Ecuador, Peru, Rwanda, or Senegal.
From August 5–14, 2025, Geneva will host the second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2), continuing efforts toward a global plastic pollution agreement.
On October 9–10, 2025, Doha will host the International Conference on Microplastics and Urban Plastic Pollution Studies (ICMUPPS), focusing on microplastic pollution in urban environments and innovative solutions.