Europe wants to lead the fight against plastic pollution. On January 18th EU countries confirmed the provisional agreement on a new directive to introduce restrictions on certain single-use plastic products. In 2021 EU citizens will say goodbye to plastic cutlery, plates, and straws, among others...
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