"Exposing Decades of Deception: The Truth Behind the Plastic Recycling Myth"

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"Exposing Decades of Deception: The Truth Behind the Plastic Recycling Myth"
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A new report reveals that the plastic industry has long been aware of the limitations of recycling and used it as a public relations tool to avoid regulation and continue selling more plastic. The report includes statements from industry executives dating back decades, casting doubt on the industry's current promises to address plastic waste through advanced recycling technology. Climate activists and experts emphasize the need for reducing plastic production, transparent labeling, and government regulation to effectively tackle the plastic waste crisis.

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