How did we become planet plastic?

Update: 2023-08-10

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Each year, the world produces 430 million tons of plastics – and that figure is set to triple by 2060. How did plastics become such a big part of our lives? And what can we do reduce the harm they cause? Today, we share an episode from our colleagues at On the Green Fence, who delve into the plastic problem in their new season.

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How did we become planet plastic?

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How did we become planet plastic?

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How did we become planet plastic?