The Problems with Plastic and Recycling

This video is the first presentation in a four part series of student-centered workshops about plastic, climate, and waste issues and how students can take action to support plastic reduction policies like extended producer responsibility for waste and recycling.

Throughout the series, students will learn more about the issue and get training on tried and true civic engagement tactics, from letter writing to planning and holding lobby meetings with their elected leaders.  Students interested in joining can RSVP here.

In this presentation, Heather Trim, Executive Director of Zero Waste Washington, shared more background about the problem of plastic, the state of recycling in WA, and how we’re approaching solutions in Washington. She is one of the leading experts on zero waste policy in the state and we could not ask for a more dynamic and knowledgeable person to present on these topics.

To take action, Washington students should sign onto the student sign-on letter in support of extended producer responsibility for packaging & paper products, and share it with friends!