Statistical Guideline for Measuring Flows of Plastic throughout the Life Cycle

Plastic production and consumption have surged in recent decades, driven by a largely linear economy and inadequate waste management. As a result, plastic pollution has become a global concern, making effective monitoring essential. 

This guide responds to the lack of a detailed, internationally agreed methodology for measuring plastic flows at national, regional and global levels. 

It provides practical guidance to statistical offices and other relevant institutions to produce high-quality, internationally comparable statistics on plastics.