Wes Carter

Wes Carter, Founder of New Earth Project and President of Atlantic Packaging, talks about solving packaging pollution through closed-loop economies. Topics include new biodegradable materials, effective recycling methods, aligning incentives for companies, consumer responsibility, and the need for true environmental cost accountability. The discussion also touches on psychedelic experiences, carbon offsets, the impact of shareholders on the environment, Amazon's progress, and advice for young entrepreneurs.

Wes Carter, president of Atlantic Packaging and founder of A New Earth Project, passionately discusses the urgent need for sustainable packaging. He highlights how packaging accounts for nearly half of plastic waste and shares his personal journey toward environmental stewardship. The conversation delves into the complexities of recycling, the potential of biodegradable materials, and the importance of integrating health into business practices. Carter also emphasizes enlightened leadership and personal transformation as vital for driving real change in an environmentally challenged world.