Plastic Waste and Corporate Responsibility Quiz

Which companies are mentioned as major contributors to plastic pollution?

• PepsiCo, Mars, and Kraft

• Kellogg's, General Mills, and Mondelez

• Coca-Cola, Unilever, and Nestlé

• Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson, and L'Oréal

What percentage of plastic waste was recycled globally in 2019?

• 15%

• 25%

• 9%

• 35%

What was Danone's initial promise regarding recycled PET plastic in its water bottles by 2011?

• 10-15%

• 40-50%

• 5-10%

• 20-30%

What is a common tactic used by companies when they fail to meet their plastic reduction targets?

• They reduce their product prices

• They increase their marketing budget

• They invest in new technologies

• They shift the goalposts or drop commitments

What is the main criticism of beach clean-ups as a strategy for reducing plastic waste?

• They are not popular with the public

• They require too many volunteers

• They do not provide long-term protection

• They are too expensive

What percentage of plastic packaging is made of PET, which is the easiest to recycle?

• 50%

• 17%

• 70%

• 30%

What is the main focus of the Ellen McArthur Foundation's Global Commitment Program?

• To organize global clean-up events

• To develop new recycling technologies

• To provide financial support to companies

• To track and collect voluntary pledges on plastic packaging

Which region has recently passed ambitious plastics legislation?

• North America

• Asia

• European Union

• South America

What is the target for recycled content in PET bottles by 2025 under the EU directive?

• 50%

• 75%

• 25%

• 10%

What is a key factor that drives companies to change their tactics regarding plastic waste?

• Legislation and public accountability

• Technological advancements

• Increased competition

• Consumer indifference