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More plastic is on the way: What it means for climate change

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Phys.org

Publication Date
2020-02-21

With the recent fracking boom causing low gas prices, fossil fuel companies are seeking other ways to bolster their profits—by making more plastic. Just as the world is starting to address its enormous plastic pollution problem, these companies are doubling down on plastic, with huge potential consequences for climate and the environment.

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https://phys.org/news/2020-02-plastic-climate.html