Prime Minister Phillips Calls for United Action to End Plastic Pollution at EPA’s Annual Green Walk
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) the Honourable Mark Phillips today issued a strong call for collective action to combat plastic pollution during his keynote address at the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Annual World Environment Day Green Walk and Exhibition 2025, held under the theme “Ending Plastic Pollution.”
The Prime Minister described plastic pollution as a crisis that demands urgent intervention across all levels of society. He stated, “Our presence here today represents a public declaration that we are committed to ending plastic pollution… we will no longer accept the damage caused by careless consumption and disposal of plastic.”
He emphasized the significance of this year’s theme as a challenge to rethink our daily habits and choices. “Plastic pollution impacts various aspects of our lives, clogging waterways, littering coastlines, and disrupting essential ecosystems,” he said.
Highlighting the importance of community and institutional cooperation, he noted that this issue cannot be tackled in isolation. “We must collaborate, united by our respect for the environment and our desire for a healthier, cleaner Guyana,” he added.
Prime Minister Phillips assured that the Government will continue to strengthen regulations around plastic use and disposal, investing in waste management systems that benefit all communities, both rural and urban. He also mentioned the Government’s commitment to fostering innovation that creates alternatives to plastic and promotes sustainable solutions.
“Ending plastic pollution is part of our duty as members of the global community and our way of standing with the world to protect the planet and ensure a sustainable future for all,” he remarked.
Additionally, he commended the EPA for its efforts in promoting environmental education, community partnerships, and sustainable waste management systems. He described the Green Walk as “a testament to that spirit of collective action, reminding us that small steps are indeed necessary.”
The Prime Minister concluded by stressing the importance of safeguarding the environment and accepting personal responsibility for reducing plastic use, reminding everyone that environmental protection begins with everyday choices and shared values.
The event was attended by the Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Vickram Bharrat, members of the private sector, students, civil society organizations, and other government officials.
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