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2023100 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Climate Change Plastic Pollution

Plastic Earth

2023100 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Worldwide plastic production from fossil-based sources continues to rise, significantly contributing to climate change and pollution.

“Solutions to the world's plastic crisis.”

Climate Change Plastic Pollution

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Janice Overbeck,

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Worldwide plastic production from fossil-based sources continues to rise, significantly contributing to climate change and pollution.

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Janice Overbeckdirector

Jack Winchdirector

Jack Winchwriter

Janice Overbeckwriter

Rob Riggle

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Scientists and engineers gather to address the rising issue of plastic pollution. In 2023, director Janice Overbeck presents "Plastic Earth," a documentary focused on plastic production from fossil-based sources. The film features researchers working on solutions to reduce single-use plastics. It covers various initiatives and technologies aimed at mitigating the environmental impact of plastic. The documentary calls for sustainable practices to tackle the global plastic crisis.

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