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What's the Deal With PVC? How the Popular Plastic Affects Human Health and the Planet

Good Together: Ethical, Eco-Friendly, Sustainable Living

English - June 07, 2023 16:09 - 40 minutes - ★★★★ - 492 ratings
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PVC or polyvinyl chloride, one of the most widely used plastics in the world, has a unique combination of properties, making it versatile and useful in the fashion industry and beyond. However, it’s also a controversial material due to its environmental impact and potential health risks. This week, Laura dives into the topic with Alden Wicker, an award-winning journalist and the author of ‘To Dye For: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick.’ For more information, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/pvc-health-environment-concerns.
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PVC or polyvinyl chloride, one of the most widely used plastics in the world, has a unique combination of properties, making it versatile and useful in the fashion industry and beyond. However, it’s also a controversial material due to its environmental impact and potential health risks. This week, Laura dives into the topic with Alden Wicker, an award-winning journalist and the author of ‘To Dye For: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick.’ For more information, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/pvc-health-environment-concerns.

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