Trade unions are calling for public investment in sustainable water management and to create the climate-friendly jobs that will enable workers to address this crisis effectively. Trade unions are also supporting a global treaty on plastic pollution to end plastic waste and protect marine ecosystems.
However, many governments are not getting the urgency of acting now. Instead, they continue to support businesses that profit from unsustainable exploitation of water systems and unregulated plastic waste.
Workers put people’s health and access to water and sanitation over profit.
TRADE UNIONS’ PRIORITIES FOR SDG 6