Tag: The true cost of plastic

At first glance, plastic seems like the perfect material: its malleable, resistant and economical – very economical. Depending on the type of plastic, a kilo of virgin raw material costs pennies and its much cheaper to produce new products than recycling old ones. That´s why manufacturers doggedly use it and why we consumers devour it … Continue reading “THE TRUE COST OF PLASTIC: IT STARTS CHEAP – ENDS UP COSTING THE EARTH”