Tackling the Plastic Crisis and a Tale of Courage

This chapter addresses the urgent global plastic crisis and the efforts led by a new United Nations treaty aimed at reducing its environmental impact through recycling and alternative materials. It discusses the challenges and innovations associated with moving away from traditional plastics, while also narrating a historical account from Portugal's 1974 coup, focusing on individual acts of bravery amidst political turmoil. The intertwining of environmental concerns and personal stories underscores the importance of collective action and individual courage in driving change.