Are We Ready to Admit That Plastic Can't Be Recycled?

The article discusses the challenges of recycling plastics, highlighting that less than 6% of U.S. plastic is recycled due to the complexity of separating different types of plastics. The author argues that plastics recycling is largely unviable due to the multitude of chemicals, colors, and polymers used in plastic production. The article calls for increased accountability from major plastics producers like Exxon Mobil and emphasizes the need for more sustainable alternatives to plastic products. [Extracted from the article]