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Plastic 101: What It's Made of and How it Impacts Both Your Health and the Health of the Planet With Earth Day Organization's Director of End Plastic Initiatives, Aiden Charron
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In this episode, Jessica interviews Aidan Charron, Director of Earth Day Organization's End Plastic Initiatives, about the impact of plastic on the planet and human health. Aidan shares his personal journey and explains that plastic is made from fossil fuels and contains harmful additive chemicals. He discusses the health effects of plastic, including endocrine disruption and increased cancer rates. Aidan also highlights the environmental toll of plastic production and the strain it puts on natural resources. He emphasizes that recycling is not a viable solution due to the complexity of plastic composition and the lack of recycling infrastructure. The episode raises awareness about the need to reduce plastic consumption and find sustainable alternatives. The conversation focuses on the need for more reusability and transparency in plastic use. It emphasizes that the responsibility lies not solely with consumers but with companies and governments. The importance of reducing plastic production and transitioning away from single-use plastic is highlighted. The conversation also discusses the challenges of greenwashing and the need for informed consumer choices. The role of the UN Plastic Treaty and the involvement of lawyers and scientists in advocating for comprehensive plastic reduction measures are mentioned. The conversation concludes with suggestions for individuals to support Earth Day and make sustainable choices.
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