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Jul 2, 2021 8 tweets 5 min read Read on X
In the century since its invention, plastic has become a #Pollution nightmare. Much is designed to be used just once. And much is. Yet billions are being invested in making more.

📢 Our special on #PlasticPollution and #Fossifuels is live! 📢
Despite #ClimateGoals set around the world, including increases in #SolarPower and other #RenewableEnergy, the fossil fuel sector is not about to turn its back on hydrocarbons. It has seen a beacon of hope in plastics, an industry to which it already has deep connections.
#SingleUsePlastic, like this shampoo sachet, is what fossil fuel companies are betting on to secure future profits.
855 billion of them were produced in 2018. That number could grow to 1.3 trillion by 2027.
Southeast Asia accounts for roughly 50% of the sachet market, where it's marketed as affordable for low-income citizens. But, they can't be #Recycled. Eventually, they turn to #Microplastic, which makes its way into the food and water of those same citizens.
Big brands are pushing #Recycling, but only around 9% of the plastic produced since 1950 has been recycled. Meanwhile, these same companies continue to produce virgin plastic.
What do you think is the most effective way out of the #PlasticCrisis?
And something more fun than plastic pollution: a quiz! With a chance to win prizes 👇👇
dw.com/en/competition…

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