The Kenya Plastics Pact (KPP) produced these 2026 design guidelines to address the escalating crisis of plastic pollution in Kenya, where only a small fraction of waste is currently recycled. The document provides a strategic framework for transitioning from a wasteful linear economy to a circular system by focusing on the recyclability of flexible packaging materials.
It details the environmental and health risks posed by the current accumulation of waste while offering technical insights into the composition of monolayer and multilayer films. By targeting manufacturers, retailers, and waste providers, the guidelines aim to standardize sustainable design practices and improve collection rates across the industry. Ultimately, this initiative supports a broader 2030 Roadmap to eliminate unnecessary single-use plastics and ensure all packaging is either reusable or effectively recycled.
