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From Source to Sea:Science-informed Pathway for Transforming Plastic & Chemical Pollution Governance

Day 1: February 25, 2026 | Wednesday | 12:00 pm - 01:30 pm (IST) WSDS 2026 Thematic Track: From Source to Seas: Science-informed pathways for transforming plastic and chemical pollution governance Venue: Roshanara • Partner: Royal Norwegian Embassy, MuGamma, NIVA, INOPOL Objectives of the thematic track Present robust scientific evidence from integrated monitoring, modelling and field research on POPs pollution, and show how this can inform policy and management across riverine, urban and marine systems. Examine science-informed policy pathways for reducing plastic and chemical pollution, including Single-use plastic (SUP) bans, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), state-level action plans and circular economy measures, with attention to implementation challenges and real-world outcomes. Highlight inclusive and just transition pathways by bringing together perspectives from researchers, policymakers, industry, MSMEs, waste workers and civil society to explore how sustainability transformations can be socially grounded, equitable and evidence based. Welcome Address: Dr. Hans N. Adam (NIVA) INOPOL Documentary Special Address: Andreas Bjelland Eriksen, Norwegian Minister of Climate and the Environment (pre recorded) Special Address: Dr Ramana Murthy, Mission Director Deep Ocean Mission, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India Special Address: Her Excellency May-Elin Stener*, Ambassador of Norway to India. The Royal Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi Special Address: Mr Tanmay Kumar*, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India Special Address: Ms Supriya Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Tamil Nadu. Head of Department of Environment, Climate Change and Forests Release of the reports by dignitaries on the dais:  Plastic Waste Strategy Report for Tamil Nadu  Action Plan on Man