BrassTacks: The Ugly Truth Of Recyclables
b'For decades, we\\u2019ve been told: Recycle! \\u201cIf we\\u2019re not using recycled paper, we\\u2019re cutting down more trees!\\u201d says Lynn Hoffman, co-president of Eureka Recycling. Recycling paper (or cardboard) does save trees.\\xa0Recycling aluminum does save energy.\\xa0But that\\u2019s about it. The ugly truth is that many \\u201crecyclables\\u201d sent to recycling plants are never recycled. The worst is plastic.\\xa0Even Greenpeace now says, \\u201cPlastic recycling is a dead-end street.\\u201d\\n\\xa0\\nPardon My American podcast (PMA) is an opinion-based podcast that explores politics, entertainment, paranormal, and culture all while having a good laugh. They keep things lighthearted as they dive into subjects that inspire you to think and ask questions.\\n\\xa0\\nSupport Our Sponsors\\n\\u25ba\\xa0 MyBookie\\n\\xa0\\nSupport Our Show\\n\\u25ba Website\\n\\u25ba Buy Merch\\n\\u25ba Patreon\\n\\xa0\\nWatch & Follow Our Show\\n\\u25ba YouTube\\n\\u25ba Rumble\\n\\u25ba Rokfin\\n\\u25ba Instagram\\n\\u25ba Telegram\\n\\xa0\\n\\nSupport this podcast at \\u2014 https://redcircle.com/pardon-my-american/donations\\n\\nAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands\\n\\nPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy'