Buildings contain tons of toxic plastic-and Big Oil wants to add more

Consensus grows around the need to address single-use plastics and carbon emissions, with 80% of Americans backing policy changes. The built environment, responsible for significant plastic production and greenhouse gas emissions, is often neglected in environmental discussions. Buildings contribute 17% to total plastic production and nearly 40% to global emissions. While operational efficiency was emphasized in earlier environmental movements, there is now increased focus on embodied carbon in building materials, calling for greater scrutiny and action from the public and policymakers alike.

"Buildings account for 17% of total plastic production globally, second only to packaging, and roughly 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions."

"The materials used in building construction, however, haven't received the public attention they deserve. That's beginning to change."

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