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I think you’re spot on. The simplicity of your solution suggests, though, that the root of problem isn’t knowing what to do.
by sul_tasto 6y ago
I think you’re spot on. The simplicity of your solution suggests, though, that the root of problem isn’t knowing what to do.
- oblio 6y agoWell, my last paragraph was: > However, this plan would also reduce plastic consumption (and production, so $$$) by orders of magnitude, so I don't expect it to ever pass a solid lobbying plan. That's why we're being buried in trash, because people are making money from that trash.
- contingencies 6y agoPlastic is effective and cheaper than other solutions. It is lighter, generally efficiently stackable, and easier to ship. The plastic waste problem is therefore less a grand moneymaking conspiracy and more about cost savings for businesses and consumers which, under a traditional capitalist model, do not account for the 'tragedy of the commons' - ie. completely ignore environmental or social concerns except in cases of post-facto regulatory action.