{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65f81e449d52c90016e4b2b1/660552c18268a800162580e6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Truth About Biodegradable Plastics with Dr. Winnie Courtene-Jones","description":"<p>In this episode of Plastic Podcast, host Clark Marchese delves into the complex world of biodegradable plastics. Joined by environmental biologist Dr. Winnie Courtene-Jones, they explore the scientific and environmental nuances of bioplastics, debunking common myths and uncovering the truth behind greenwashing. They discuss historical breakthroughs to the current surge in biodegradable plastic production, their real environmental impacts, and how they aren’t so different from conventional plastics. The discussion extends to the social and economic implications, and the potential for international policy change through the upcoming United Nations Treaty on Plastic Pollution. This episode is a must-listen for anyone keen to understand the nuanced reality of biodegradable plastics and their role in our environmental future.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode Guest:&nbsp; </strong><a href=\"https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/staff/winnie-courtene-jones\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Dr. Winnie Courtene-Jones</a></p><p>Browse their publications on<a href=\"https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Winnie-Courtene-Jones\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Research Gate</a></p><p>More information on<a href=\"https://ikhapp.org/material/policy-brief-the-global-plastics-treaty-what-is-the-role-of-bio-based-plastic-biodegradable-plastic-and-bioplastic-possible-core-obligation-8/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> alternative plastics and the UN Treaty&nbsp;</a></p><p>More information on <a href=\"https://ikhapp.org/scientistscoalition/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Scientist’s Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty</a>. Follow them on <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/scientists-coalition-for-an-effective-plastics-treaty/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a> for policy briefs!</p><p>More information about the episode and the <a href=\"https://www.pineforestpods.com/pods/plastic-podcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Plastic Podcast</a></p><p>Episode <a href=\"https://www.pineforestpods.com/plastic-podcast-episodes\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Transcript </a>&nbsp;and more information on the <a href=\"http://pineforestpods.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Pine Forest Media </a>Website</p><p>Follow Pine Forest Media on Instagram <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/pineforestmedia/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@pineforestmedia</a></p><p>Hosted, produced, written, and edited by<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/cj__marchese/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Clark Marchese&nbsp;</a></p><p>Cover art and PFM logo by<a href=\"https://laurelawong.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Laurel Wong</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>Theme music by <a href=\"https://www.fiverr.com/tadeoceballos?source=gig_page\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tadeo Cabellos</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Pine Forest Media"}