Solving the Plastic Waste Problem: Part 1

Understanding how our plastics industry works is the first step to understanding how to fix it.

One thing I am seeking to do here in addition to summarizing chemistry news is to try and educate. At this point in time the majority of the world understands there is a plastic waste problem. An easy feel good solution might be to swear “I’ll never buy plastic bags again,” and while good intentioned does not actually contribute to solving the problem o…