Why California is suing ExxonMobil for ‘perpetuating the lie’ of plastic recycling
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California is suing ExxonMobil for allegedly deceiving consumers about plastic recycling. The state claims ExxonMobil, the largest producer of single-use plastic polymers, misled the public about recycling effectiveness, as only 5% of plastic is actually recycled in the US. California seeks an injunction, billions in damages for pollution cleanup, and a re-education campaign to address the recycling myth.
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