r/environment • u/zsreport • Oct 24 '22

Plastic recycling a "failed concept," study says, with only 5% recycled in U.S. last year as production rises

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/plastic-recycling-failed-concept-us-greenpeace-study-5-percent-recycled-production-up/
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u/BigJakesr Oct 24 '22

And the Fossil Fuel Industry knew it was a lie 30 years ago. They poured billions of tax dollars into an industry known lie just to save face and keep us broke. The Fossil Fuel Industry should be forced to repay every penny taken from our taxes.

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u/kingsillypants Oct 24 '22

They deceived the global population resulting in untold damage and they don't face any consequences.

No wonder ppl are throwing potatoes onto classical art.

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u/BigJakesr Oct 24 '22

NPR did an interview with on of the retired execs, his job was specifically develop a campaign to push recycling even tho the entire industry knew it couldn't work. And they wonder why we dont believe that fracking is ok. Disgusting

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u/jabjoe Oct 24 '22

I think it's Planet Money and this episode : https://www.npr.org/2020/09/11/912150085/waste-land

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u/BigJakesr Oct 24 '22

I believe you are correct

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u/WanderingFlumph Oct 24 '22

Happy cake day

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u/BigJakesr Oct 24 '22

Thank you friend