Only about5% of plastic wastein the U.S. actually gets recycled, according to the latest studies.
But its not just the natural environment thats been inundated with plastic in the past 50 years.
ExxonMobil lied to further its record-breaking profits at the expense of our planet and possibly jeopardizing our health.
Birds try to feed on chips from chip bags washed ashore on Manhattan Beach, California after a winter storm in 2023.© Carolyn Cole/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
ExxonMobil didnt respond to questions emailed on Monday.
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Starbucks Quietly Phases Out Plastic Cups at 580 Stores.
Green groups say its a clear admission that plastic cups arent recyclable.
