Factsheet: Economic Benefits of Phasing Out Plastic

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Contrary to the plastic industry’s claims about their contribution to the global economy, plastic has high environmental, social, and health costs and brings limited economic benefits. Plastic reduction, in fact, offers greater economic opportunities through the creation of new, local businesses and reduction in public spending on pollution management.

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