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Source:
5 Gyres
Author(s):
Geography:
United States
Type:
Primary Data, Strategy
Purpose of Measurement:
Understanding the Problem, Solution Sets and Impact Potential
Impact theme(s):
Oceans, Climate, Material Flows, Policy
This report provides an analysis and a call-to-action to phase out the most polluting plastic products used in the United States. This report aims to identify the top 20 plastic products and packaging that pollute U.S. watersheds. It also seeks to provide the public, policymakers and environmental advocates with valuable data to drive campaigns and share available data on brands associated with products on the B.A.N. list. Lastly, the goal is to unravel the misinformation surrounding bioplastics and discuss alternatives to the most common polluting products and packaging.
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