The speaker expresses frustration with the lack of interest in factual information about the environmental impact of plastic and discusses how click-worthy articles overshadow accurate journalism. They also mention a study that explains why bad news receives more coverage.
The Plastics Paradox author Chris DeArmitt joins us to separate fact from fiction around plastic's impact on our health and the environment.
What We Discuss with Chris DeArmitt:
Misconceptions about plastic degradation.
Misconceptions about endocrine-disrupting chemicals in plastics.
The energy efficiency of plastics.
The role of recycling in plastic waste management.
The future of plastics: biodegradability and compostability.