The phenomenon of Greenwashing (green fraud) and plastic recycling
For years, we've worked to separate and recycle our plastic in hopes of a cleaner planet. However, the reality is disturbing: less than 10% of plastic is actually recycled. But why?
The history of plastic recycling fraud
In a recent report, it was written that for more than 50 years, Big Oil and the plastics industry have known that large-scale recycling is not technically or economically viable. Ironically, they have promoted recycling as a solution to plastic waste management.
Modern industry and the return to plastics
The oil and gas industry, faced with declining demand for oil, has developed a new focus: petrochemical products such as plastics. They introduce chemical recycling as an alternative to maintain the demand for plastics.
Roots of the problem and possible alternatives
In the past and today, efforts to manage plastic waste have been challenging, facing various technical, economic and environmental challenges. However, in this context, it is important to identify and promote sustainable alternatives.
One aspect of this is the discussion on plastic recycling methods and their different impact on the environment and the economy. In addition, a call for smarter and sustainable action in plastic waste management and environmental protection is needed, including responsible regulatory policies, technological innovation and public education about the importance of environmental protection.
