Plastic Unlimited

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How Corporations Are Fuelling the Ecological Crisis and What We Can Do About It

By Alice Mah

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Plastic Unlimited by Alice Mah delves into the pervasive presence of plastic in our world, examining its impact on the environment and society. The book explores the history, politics, and economics of plastic production and waste management, highlighting the challenges and intricacies of reducing plastic dependence. By providing insight into the systemic issues at play, it invites readers to consider possible solutions for a more sustainable future.
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You might enjoy this insightful read if you're curious about the intricate world of plastics, exploring its impact on society and the environment. This book offers a compelling examination of the complexities and challenges surrounding this ubiquitous material, making it ideal for those interested in science, nature, and sustainability.

Plastic Unlimited

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Despite the global movement to tackle plastic pollution, demand for plastics continues to rise. As the world transitions away from fossil fuels, plastics are set to be the biggest driver of oil demand. Single-use plastics – deemed essential in the fight against COVID-19 – have been given a new lease of life. In a world beset with crisis fatigue, what can we do to curb the escalating plastics crisis?

In Plastic Unlimited, Alice Mah reveals how petrochemical and plastics corporations have fought relentlessly to protect and expand plastics markets in the face of existential threats to business. From denying the toxic health effects of plastics to co-opting circular economy solutions to plastic waste and exploiting the opportunities offered up by the global pandemic, industry has deflected attention from the key problem: plastics production.

The consequences of unfettered plastics growth are pernicious and highly unequal. We all have a part to play in reducing plastics consumption, but we must tackle the problem at its root: the capitalist imperative for limitless growth.

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Plastic Unlimited by Alice Mah delves into the global plastics crisis, challenging the common narrative of consumer responsibility and highlighting the role of powerful corporations. Reviewers praise the book for its insightful critique of the petrochemical industry's misleading tactics and its exploration of how plastics and climate change are interconnected. The book offers a comprehensive and fiery analysis, advocating for greater accountability and activism to address the environmental challenges posed by the unchecked production of plastics.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509549467

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 May 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polity Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 272g

Pages: 196

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About the Author

Alice Mah is Professor of Sociology at the University of Warwick.

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