The plastics industry is trying to give plastic incineration a makeover by calling it “advanced recycling.” But greenwashing the name doesn’t change what it is: burning plastic.
When plastic is burned, it releases huge amounts of toxic chemicals that pollute our air and put the health of our families at risk.
Since so-called “advanced recycling” facilities are often located in communities of color and low-income neighborhoods, this is big environmental justice issue too.