Episode 124. How do Plastics Contribute to Climate Change?

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Plastics have become an essential part of our modern lifestyle. They are lightweight, durable and cheap.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">But here’s the thing...though they offer numerous benefits, plastics originate as fossil fuels and emit greenhouse gases from cradle to grave. Perhaps once we add in their environmental costs, they aren't a bargain after all.</span></p>