Mitchell Hartman, a Marketplace reporter, dives into the buy now, pay later trend, explaining how it benefits retailers and reshapes their business models. Judith Enk, former EPA regional administrator and author, sheds light on the multifaceted issues of plastic waste, addressing the rising production rates and insufficient regulation. She discusses innovative policy solutions like producer-responsibility laws and refillable packaging. Together, they highlight the complex intersection of consumer behavior, environmental sustainability, and economic strategy.
