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Carbon Footprint: The Untold Story of Paper vs. Plastic
When we think of sustainability, many assume that paper is always better than plastic. The reality is more complex and surprising.
Carbon footprint matters:
• Producing a paper bag requires about 4x more energy than a plastic bag.
• Paper production demands higher water consumption and generates greater greenhouse gas emissions per unit.
• Heavier paper packaging also means higher transport emissions compared to lightweight plastic.
This does not mean plastic is the perfect solution the problem lies in what happens after use. Low recycling rates and mismanaged waste are what turn plastic into an environmental challenge.
✅ The real path forward is not in demonizing one material over another, but in:
• Building robust recycling systems
• Supporting the circular economy
• Driving innovation across materials
Sustainability is about facts, not perceptions. Let’s focus on data-driven decisions that balance environmental, economic, and social impact.
source : Nidal Haddad
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