Key Takeaways:
- Event Overview: Cleanfarms is hosting a panel on ‘Creating a Circular Economy for Agricultural Plastics in Canada’ on April 26th during the fourth Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) session in Ottawa.
- Leadership: Barry Friesen, Executive Director of Cleanfarms, will moderate discussions, emphasizing innovative solutions for plastic pollution in agriculture.
- Panel Composition: Features four industry leaders exploring the vital role of agricultural plastics in maintaining food safety and affordability.
- Broader Participation: This includes a presentation at the Alliance to End Plastic Waste event showcasing sustainable agricultural practices through circular initiatives.
- Event Timing and Location: Panel discussion at 11:45 a.m. ET; Cleanfarms’ contributions at the Westin Ottawa’s Confederation Ballroom from April 19-24.
Circular Economy for Agricultural Plastics
Cleanfarms’ Role in Sustainable Agriculture As a vanguard in Canadian sustainable agriculture, Cleanfarms is set to illuminate the ‘Canada’s Plastic Action Zone’ with a pivotal panel discussion scheduled for April 26th, 2024. This significant event aligns with the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee’s fourth session (INC-4), which focuses on curbing plastic pollution globally.
Panel Discussion Insights
Moderated by Visionary Leader Under the stewardship of Barry Friesen, Cleanfarms’ Executive Director, the panel titled ‘Creating a Circular Economy for Agricultural Plastics in Canada’ will commence at 11:45 a.m. ET. Friesen’s expertise in sustainability initiatives will guide the discourse, “We’re dedicated to fostering innovative solutions that tackle the pressing challenges of plastic pollution within the agricultural sector,” states Friesen.
Distinguished Panelists to Address Key Issues The discussion will host four distinguished industry leaders who will dissect the critical role of plastics in agriculture, particularly their necessity in producing safe, affordable food in Canada and worldwide. The dialogue will further delve into the commitments required to foster a circular economy, backed by robust industry and government policies.
Further Contributions at INC-4
Engagement in Global Discussions Friesen will also partake in a broader discussion hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN later the same day, aiming to further international collaborative efforts.
Showcasing Circular Solutions
Cleanfarms at the Solutions Showcase Parallel to the discussions, Cleanfarms will participate in the ‘Circularity in Action: Solutions for Change’, hosted by the Alliance to End Plastic Waste (AEPW). This engagement will be held at the Westin Ottawa’s Confederation Ballroom from April 19 through April 24, where Cleanfarms will exhibit how their programs help advance a circular economy in Canada. The showcase will highlight their innovative recycling initiatives and their role in responsible agricultural plastic stewardship.
Interactive Sessions for Deeper Understanding Staff from Cleanfarms will be available to demonstrate and discuss the intricate processes of their programs, which are pivotal in ‘closing the loop’ on agricultural plastics, thus reinforcing their mission towards sustainable agricultural practices in Canada.
