What's the current fame of efforts to lessen plastic pollution?

If by “current state” you mean what is actually being done, the short answer is: action is growing, but progress is uneven and plastic waste remains a major problem.

Countries are pursuing a global plastics treaty, while governments also use national measures such as limits on certain disposable items, deposit-return schemes and rules that make producers responsible for more of their packaging. These policies can help, but their coverage and enforcement vary widely.

Companies and communities are working on reusable packaging, refill systems, better product design and improved collection. Recycling is part of the response, but it cannot address the problem on its own: much plastic is difficult to recycle, and waste collection is limited in some places. Reducing unnecessary production and designing products for reuse matter too.

The main gap is between commitments and results. Progress depends on practical rules, funding for waste systems, and alternatives people can use without simply shifting costs or pollution elsewhere.