A new report uncovers decades of misleading claims by plastic producers about the viability of recycling, revealing it as a flawed solution for waste management.
The Center for Climate Integrity's report uncovers that the plastics industry has promoted recycling as a viable option for decades, despite knowing its limitations.
Recycling plastic is not economically or technically feasible due to the need for meticulous sorting and the degradation of materials upon reuse.
Evidence suggests that the industry's misleading marketing campaigns about recycling may have violated consumer protection laws.
Key quote:
"It’s time to hold them accountable for the damage they’ve caused."
— Richard Wiles, president of the Center for Climate Integrity
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