Reducing Plastic Pollution with Bioplastics, with Raegan Kelly
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Petroleum-based plastics have a profound impact on human health and the environment. The production of greenhouse gasses from the creation of plastics and the sheer quantity of plastic waste yielded from human activities significantly contribute to climate change, disrupting marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Bioplastics are a promising solution, upholding the strength of petroleum-based plastics but compostable and biodegradable. We spoke with Raegan Kelly of Better for All about shifting the paradigm of human consumption of plastic by using biodegradable cups. For a transcript of this episode, please visit https://climatebreak.org/reducing-plastic-pollution-with-bioplastics-with-raegan-kelly/
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