Environmental impact of paper production

The podcast explores the environmental impact of paper production and the concerns surrounding the paper industry's water usage. It discusses how companies have shifted from plastic packaging to paper as a more environmentally friendly alternative, but questions the sustainability of paper production. The podcast highlights the case of Uruguay, where a new pulp mill has raised concerns about water scarcity and the excessive water use by the forestry and woodpulping industry. It examines the process of pulp production, which requires significant amounts of water, and the impact on local water sources.