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Peak plastic : the rise or fall of our synthetic world / by Buffington, Jack.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.What is peak plastic? -- The good, bad, and unknown of plastic -- The waste-driven supply chain -- 2030: A plastic tipping point (peak plastic) -- The alternative to peak plastic: exponential thinking -- Solution 1: Stop the bleeding -- Solution 2: Open-source/access plastic (open-source capitalism) -- Solution 3: Sustainable polymerization -- Solution 4: A closed-loop system for plastic -- Solution 5: Fixing the invisibility problem -- Summary: Make it happen!"Plastics!" In the time since Dustin Hoffman's character in The Graduate was instructed that this was the career field of the future, we have not been able to escape this ubiquitous but poorly understood material. Author Jack Buffington argues that the plastics crisis is careening toward a tipping point from which there will be no return. There is still time, however, to do something about this crisis if we have the imagination and the will to move away from the failed policies of the past. This book is the first to propose a new model for linking our synthetic world to the natural one, rather than seeking to treat them as separate entities. The key is supply chain innovation. Buffington presents five market-based solutions based on this principle that will allow consumers to continue to use plastic, which has in many ways enabled our way of life. Alongside these proposed solutions, he also addresses the proliferation of plastic as we know it--growth that, if left unchecked, will lead to a "planetary crisis," according to the United Nations--and considers how the material itself might be adapted for a sustainable future. --Adapted from book jacket.

Subjects: Plastic scrap;

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Our plastic problem and how to solve it / by Morath, Sarah,author.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.Part I: Plastic in the environment -- The proliferation of plastic -- Measuring plastic: "you can't manage what you don't measure" -- Plastic as a pollutant: a revolutionary material becomes a global threat -- Part II: Multimodal approaches to solving our plastic problem -- Federal efforts -- State and local efforts -- International efforts -- Business, NGO, and individual efforts -- Part III: Innovation and design -- Plastic alternatives: bioplastics and material replacement -- Plastic's end: recycling, removing, and revaluing -- The circular economy.Plastic pollution is a global problem that defies a singular solution. Our Plastic Problem and How to Solve It considers plastic's harm to the environment, from its production to its disposal, and offers a spectrum of solutions that require action by local and federal governments, businesses and non-profits, and individuals. Using specific examples and case studies, the book describes the history and chemistry of plastic, illustrates its harms, and points toward specific legislation and policies to offer concrete solutions. Plastic pollution is ubiquitous and has impacts on soil, food, air, and water. To solve our plastic problem, collaboration across disciplines will be critical; innovations in science, law, and design will be essential. The book demonstrates the need to approach environmental problems from an interdisciplinary lens, and will benefit anyone interested in learning more about the harms and solutions associated with plastic pollution.

Subjects: Plastics; Plastic scrap.;

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Transforming plastic : from pollution to evolution / by Bates, Albert K.,1947-author.;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 109-110) and index.Arithmetic -- Addiction -- Alphabet soup -- Recycling -- Fantastic plastic -- The fabrics of society -- Learning to live with plastic -- The (only) way out."As a culture, we are addicted to plastic, and in today's plastic-laden world, it is impossible to completely avoid it. Permaculturist Albert Bates addresses the magnitude and consequences of this global problem, and his evaluation is chilling to read. Trying to limit our plastic legacy can help us overcome our apathy toward this overwhelming issue, but Bates states that placing the burden entirely on consumers, as most current solutions do, is unfair. He emphasizes that the only way to stem the present onslaught is to enforce mandatory economic and industrial changes so that recycled, bio-sourced, and biodegradable plastic become more cost-effective than plastic made from fossil fuels. Bates also explores current worldwide efforts for stronger regulations and better waste management, along with exciting new biological and man-made technologies for improved plastics disposal and viable alternatives" - Provided by publisher.

Subjects: Plastic scrap; Plastics; Plastics;

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A poison like no other : how microplastics corrupted our planet and our bodies / by Simon, Matt,author.https://id.oclc.org/worldcat/entity/E39PCjKThgpbqWb3hmvjjYG7Md;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 173-231) and index."In the few short years that researchers have been studying microplastics, study after study has shown the problem to be far worse than they ever imagined. Microplastics are full of petrochemicals and other toxins, like flame retardants, endocrine disruptors, and BPA, which have been linked to numerous cancers, diabetes, and learning disorders. And now, microplastics are showing up in us. Examining the livers, lungs and kidneys of people who donated their bodies to science, researchers found the chemical components of plastic in every sample they took, including BPA. And worryingly, they found the highest levels of BPA in organs from donors with Alzheimer's, suggesting there might be a link between the chemical and the disease. Scientists are sounding the alarm and the race is on to determine how this pollutant is affecting human health on a stunning scale. But as scientists race to understand the damage that microplastics cause, plastics and chemical companies have already launched disinformation campaigns and sought to block funding for these studies. Matt Simon has been covering these revelations for Wired, and A Poison Like No Other will go inside this race, as scientists explore the harm these particles are causing"--

Subjects: Microplastics; Microplastics; Plastics; Plastic scrap;

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Plastic purge : how to use less plastic, eat better, keep toxins out of your body, and help save the sea turtles! / by SanClements, Michael,author.;

"Plastic is everywhere you look. Our computers and children's toys are made out of it, and our water and slices of American cheese are packaged in it. But why is there so much and what is it doing to our bodies? Is it possible to use less plastic and be happier and healthier? In Plastic Purge, author Mike SanClements presents the history and science behind plastics, then teaches you how to cut down on the amount of plastic in your life. As an ecologist, SanClements has put together the most up-to-date and scientifically rigorous information available to explain how plastics release toxins into our bodies and the effect it has on us. Written with a casual, pop-science voice he provides easy-to-follow prescriptive advice for how to use less plastic, thereby reaping the benefits such as eating a healthier diet and living with less clutter. Dividing plastics into three separate categories: the good, the bad, and the ugly, SanClements shows you how to embrace the good (items like your phone or medical equipment), avoid the bad (i.e. food storage containers and toys that contain toxic chemicals like BPA and pthalates), and use less of the ugly (single-use plastic that's just plain wasteful)"--Includes bibliographical references (pages 207-226) and index.Part 1. A Brief History of the Brief History of Plastic -- A Story About Nylon -- Tupperware -- A Classic Plastic Product -- Part 2. The Science Behind Plastic -- How Plastic is Produced -- How Much Fossil Fuel is Consumed in the Production of Plastic? -- The Many Types of Plastic -- Recycling Plastic -- Bioplastics -- Part 3. The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Plastic -- The Good -The Benefits of Plastic -- The Bad -Toxins and Plastic -- The Ugly -The Environmental Costs of Our Plastic Addiction -- Part 4. Time to Purge Some Ugly Plastic -- Grocery Shopping -- Eliminating Plastic in Your Home -- Plastic and Personal Hygeine -- Plastic and Your Children -- Pets -- Out and About -- Conclusion.

Subjects: Plastics; Plastics; Plastic scrap; Plastics; Plastics industry and trade.;

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Plastic soup : an atlas of ocean pollution / by Roscam Abbing, Michiel.; Tessera Translations,translator.;

Plastics have transformed every aspect of our lives. Yet the very properties that make them attractive - they are cheap to make, light, and durable - spell disaster when trash makes its way into the environment. Plastic Soup: An Atlas of Ocean Pollution is a beautifully-illustrated survey of the plastics clogging our seas, their impacts on wildlife and people around the world, and inspirational initiatives designed to tackle the problem. In Plastic Soup, Michiel Roscam Abbing of the Plastic Soup Foundation reveals the scope of the issue: plastic trash now lurks on every corner of the planet. With striking photography and graphics, Plastic Soup brings this challenge to brilliant life for readers. Yet it also sends a message of hope; although the scale of the problem is massive, so is the dedication of activists working to check it. Plastic Soup highlights a diverse array of projects to curb plastic waste and raise awareness, from plastic-free grocery stores to innovative laws and art installations. According to some estimates, if we continue on our current path, the oceans will contain more plastic than fish by the year 2050. Created to inform and inspire readers, Plastic Soup is a critical tool in the fight to reverse this trend.

Subjects: Plastic marine debris; Plastic scrap; Waste disposal in the ocean; Marine pollution;

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Life without plastic : the practical step-by-step guide to avoiding plastic to keep your family and the planet healthy / by Plamondon, Chantal.; Sinha, Jay,author.;

After the birth of their son, Jay Sinha and Chantal Plamondon set out on a journey to eliminate plastic baby bottles as the Canadian government moved to ban BPA. When they found it was difficult to procure glass baby bottles, Jay and Chantal made it their mission to not only find glass and metal replacements for plastic, but to make those products accessible to the public as well. While plastic has its uses in technology, the medical and industrial sectors and some products around the home, single-use plastics may release chemicals when they come in contact with food and water. These disposable plastics are commonly used to package food and drinks as well as personal care and cleaning products. Jay and Chantal show readers how to analyze their personal plastic use, find alternatives and create easy replacements in this step-by-step guide. Get your family healthier, spread consciousness and radiate positive plastic-free energy by taking action to help the environment.Includes bibliographical references and index.Framing the issue through our plastic-free journey -- The super easy "Pareto plastic-free living" quick start guide -- Knowing your plastics ... and the alternatives -- Removing plastic from your personal space : how to create a healthier home -- Plastic-free living on the go -- Radiating the plastic-free lifestyle -- Final words: Embracing a circular life without plastic.

Subjects: Environmental protection; Plastic scrap; Plastics industry and trade; Waste minimization; Sustainable living; Plastic scrap.;

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Waste wars : the wild afterlife of your trash / by Clapp, Alexander,author.http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/relators/authttp://id.loc.gov/rwo/agents/no2025027977;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 343-373) and index."Dumps and landfills around the world are overflowing. Disputes about what to do with the millions of tons of garbage generated every day have given rise to waste wars waged almost everywhere we look. Some are border skirmishes. Others involve hustling trash across thousands of miles and multiple oceans. But no matter the scale, one thing is true about almost all of them: Few people have any idea they're happening. Journalist Alexander Clapp spent two years roaming five continents -- reporting deep inside the world of Javanese recycling gangsters, cruise-ship dismantlers in the Aegean, Tanzanian plastic pickers, whistleblowing environmentalists in the jungles of Guatemala, and a community of Ghanaian boys who burn Western cellphones and televisions for cents an hour -- to tell readers what he has discovered: While some trash gets tossed onto roadsides or buried underground, much of it actually lives a secret hot-potato second life, getting shipped, sold, resold, or smuggled from one country to another, often with devastating consequences for the poorest nations of the world. Waste Wars is a jaw-dropping expoš of how and why, for the past forty years, our garbage has spawned a massive, globe-spanning, multibillion-dollar economy, one that off-loads our consumption footprints onto distant continents, pristine landscapes, and unsuspecting populations. If the handling of our trash reveals deeper truths about Western society, what does the business of garbage say about our world today? And what does it say about us?" --Introduction: Mayhem in Mesopotamia -- Part one: Toxic tropics. Banana republic ; The chemical century ; Cash for trash ; Debt and development ; Merchants of disease ; Guns and germs ; Trash ash odyssey ; Rising up ; American exceptionalism ; The waste trade strikes back -- Part two: E-waste on the Odaw. State and slum ; To the quays of Tema ; Treasure ; Logging on ; Technological tinkering ; The flexible mine ; Start-up cesspools ; A new Agbogbloshie? ; Going fishing ; Magical things -- Part three: Aegean abomination. Global junk heap ; Shipping out ; Into the heart of Anatolia ; Deadly business ; Scrap shepherds ; Scrap nation ; At Europe's edge ; Greeks bearing gifts ; Coming home -- Part four: Pacific plastic. A long journey ; Plastification ; The greatest miracle yet ; One-man multinational ; Plastic China ; Mad scramble ; A trash chief ; A trash scion ; Back to the Pacific -- Conclusion: Whither waste?Alexander Clapp is a journalist and writer based in Greece.

Subjects: Refuse and refuse disposal.; Refuse disposal industry.; Refuse and refuse disposal; Environmental responsibility; Environmental justice.; Recycling (Waste, etc.); Refuse Disposal;

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Newspaper, pennies, cardboard & eggs - for growing a better garden : [electronic resource] : More than 400 new, fun, and ingenious ideas to keep your garden growing great all season long. by Yepsen, Roger.;

Transform a Good Garden into a Great Garden in One Season. What's the secret? It's a mix of ingenuity and efficiency, accented with fun! Newspaper, Pennies, Cardboard, and Eggs: For Growing a Better Garden contains more than 400 clever solutions for easing garden troubles, new techniques for turning around an underperforming garden, and innovative ideas that will amaze even long-time gardeners.If you're looking to add more nutrients to garden soil, whip up a kitchen scrap smoothie and pour the juiced-up liquid right in the planting hole. If you need to chase away bulb-hungry voles, a little sharp-edged driveway gravel around the bulb will do the trick. And if digging potatoes is too tiresome, discover the no-dig, no-shovel method that lets you grow potatoes in a heap of straw mulch. You'll also discover: Intriguing and new plant varieties for sweeter corn, delicate salad greens, and handsome winter squash. How to fill a shady spot with color, find affordable bulbs, rejuvenate peonies and perennials, and enjoy blossoms even when there's snow- A creative arsenal for dealing with backyard weeds, including vinegar, hot water, plastic, and flames- Ways to turn inexpensive items from the garden, closet, and pantry into indispensable yard and garden helpersFilled with usable, earth-conscious, and creative ideas and tips, this lively book will help you discover how to work smarter-not harder-to cultivate a better garden, year after year. Let a few of these suggestions and projects take root, and you'll have the better-looking, more productive, and more rewarding garden in just one year.Requires OverDrive Read (file size: N/A KB) or Adobe Digital Editions (file size: 8750 KB) or Amazon Kindle (file size: N/A KB).

Subjects: Electronic books.; Nonfiction.; Gardening.;

© 2014., Rodale,

On-line resources: http://link.overdrive.com/?websiteID=130119&titleID=2067159 -- Click to access digital title in OverDrive.;

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