Can we fix plastic recycling?
Plastic producers have promoted recycling as the solution for plastic waste. But it’s not working. So, what should we do?
America's plastic problem has gotten way out of hand.
Most of us diligently recycle, take reusable bags with us when we shop, and look for new ways to stop using so much single use plastic “stuff”. Our individual actions are necessary, but won’t be enough. The good news is that the momentum to move beyond plastic is growing. More states, communities and businesses are getting rid of plastic bags, foam containers and other plastic “stuff” we can live without.
Plastic producers have promoted recycling as the solution for plastic waste. But it’s not working. So, what should we do?
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Increasing compost can quickly and efficiently decrease methane emissions in landfills and restore soil health.
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Most of Amazon’s plastic packaging isn’t being recycled, and some might end up as material for plastic decking instead.
Hotel rooms come pre-stocked with tons of single-use plastic. What happens to those soaps, shampoos, stirrers and more after you check out?
If you’re looking to reduce plastic waste in your life, ditching plastic laundry detergent bottles is a great place to start.
An estimated ten trillion pellets enter oceans each year
Executive Vice President; President, PIRG