Category: Plastic Pollution

News

All Eyes on the Gulf, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution

In Focus: Deer Park, Texas residents continue to fear for their health and safety

June 01, 2023 by People over Plastic staff with files from Alexis Young

It might feel as though the community of Deer Park, Texas is a world away from the discussion table in Paris where international delegates are meeting this week to negotiate a Global Plastics Treaty. But for residents in this largely Latino and Hispanic community, any decisions coming out of those talks are certain to have […]READ MORE

Petrochemicals, All Eyes on the Gulf, Featured, Indigenous, Plastic Pollution

“We are the sacrifice zones”

June 01, 2023 by People over Plastic staff with files from Alexis Young

For residents living in the suburb of Deer Park, Texas, the chemical fire which broke out at the Shell Chemical Plant on May 5th was far from an isolated incident. The community, located just over 20 miles from Houston, is made up of mostly single-family homes lined with gardens and prides itself on being a […]READ MORE

All Eyes on the Gulf, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution

All Eyes On The Gulf: A Series That Brings You Into The Heart Of Frontline Communities

May 12, 2023 by People over Plastic

People over Plastic is dedicating a special series of stories to America’s Gulf South. This is a region where some of the nation’s most pressing environmental injustices play out every day. The Gulf Coast in particular is a crucial petrochemical hub consisting of at least 55 major chemical plants. This is also where one-fifth of […]READ MORE

Petrochemicals, Climate, Plastic Pollution

EPA Proposal will Curb Chemical Plant Emissions

May 05, 2023 by People over Plastic Staff

For years, communities living near petrochemical industries have fought to have their voices heard and it seems those years of advocacy are paying off. On April 6th, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposal to curb the emissions of chemical plants in the hope of protecting the public. The proposal would see a 6,000-ton […]READ MORE

Climate, Food, Greenwashing, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution, Waste

Analysis: Growing Bioplastics Or Growing Food

May 05, 2023 by People over Plastic Staff

In March, the Biden administration announced an effort aimed at tackling the plastic pollution crisis by replacing 90% of plastics with biomaterials. But the move is being described as short-sighted. Worse yet, it may even be more harmful for the environment in the long run. A growing body of research suggests these seemingly eco-friendly alternatives […]READ MORE

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Podcasts

Food, Indigenous, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution, Waste

Not My Mainland

December 08, 2022 by People over Plastic

featuring food justice advocate, Josh Mori, Kauaʻi Hawaiʻi
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Climate, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution, Prisons, Redlining

The First Responder

November 22, 2022 by People over Plastic

featuring community advocate making advancements in criminal justice, David Heppard READ MORE

Climate, Cop City, Greenwashing, Plastic Pollution, Waste

The Hot Seat

October 27, 2022 by People over Plastic

featuring ecologist and "Cop City" activist Jacqueline Echols READ MORE

Climate, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution, Waste

Secret Sauce

October 13, 2022 by People over Plastic

featuring community organizers Miss Sharon & Shamyra Lavigne, St. James Parish, Louisiana
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Climate, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution, Waste

People over Plastic Season Three Podcast Trailer - with Prism

October 08, 2022 by People over Plastic

Climate, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution, Waste

99%

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

In conversation with Artivist extraordinaire Von Wong and Community Organizer Miss Sharon Lavigne READ MORE

Climate, Greenwashing, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution

If you aren’t at the table, you’re on the menu

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

In conversation with environmental attorney Patrice Simms and zero-waste activist Froilan Grate READ MORE

Climate, Food, Plastic Pollution, Waste

Community Lunchbox

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

In conversation with food delivery entrepreneurs Zuleyka Strasner and Ritesh Andre READ MORE

Indigenous, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution, Waste

Bag Bans and Border Wall

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

In conversation with river-protector Tricia Cortez and Malawian environmental activist Gloria Majiga-Kamoto READ MORE

Climate, Plastic Pollution, Waste

Reprogramming the Root

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

In conversation with Indigenous Leader Frankie Orona and Bangalore-based artist and TEDx speaker READ MORE

Climate, Plastic Pollution

Still in My Backyard

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

Featuring leading Filipino activist Von Hernandez, environmental justice campaigner Yvette Arellano, and Indonesian lawyer Tiza Mafira READ MORE

Climate, Plastic Pollution, Waste

People Over Plastic Presents Season 2 Trailer “Waste Mafia”

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

Welcome back to Season 2 of People Over Plastic.READ MORE

Climate, Plastic Pollution, Waste

From Brooklyn to Chinatown

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

Hear the personal story of Pierre Simmons, a NYC musician and canner READ MORE

Climate, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution, Waste

How The Hell Did It Get HERE?

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

Hear how Filipino Customs Official John Simon stopped the biggest waste shipment from being dumped in his country READ MORE

Climate, Petrochemicals, Plastic Pollution

Out of Sight, Out of Mind

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

Community Advocate Ken Houston gets personal about the rise of illegal dumping in Oakland, California READ MORE

Climate, Plastic Pollution, Waste

Ropa Americana

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

Circular economy expert Marcela Godoy shares the hard truth behind the underbelly of fast fashion READ MORE

Climate, Plastic Pollution, Waste

Not A Coincidence

August 07, 2022 by People over Plastic

Community Organizer Shashawnda Campbell reveals the fight of her life on toxic incinerators in South Baltimore READ MORE

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