39. From plastic to paper - a greener move or greenwashed myth?

The shift from plastic to paper is gaining momentum as brands look for more sustainable packaging, but is paper really the better option? This episode digs beneath the surface of the paper trend, uncovering hidden environmental concerns like increasing monoculture forests,  water use and the carbon impact of paper. Plus, we also dive into how textiles are recycled, whether tracing paper is rubbish or not, and just how much of your average milk bottle is made from recycled plastic.Join hosts James Piper and Robbie Staniforth as they delve into the world of recycling, hopefully having fun along the way. One thing is for sure, they will talk absolute rubbish from start to finish.We would love you to join our community on DiscordSpecial thanks to our sponsor, EcosuretyTo get exclusive videos and clips, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, X, Threads or Facebook; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube: @talkingrubbishpodcastOr you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address [email protected] or by texting them via WhatsAppRelevant links and reports mentioned in the programme can be found on the Talking Rubbish Linktr.eeTranscripts and episodes can be found on the Talking Rubbish websiteTimestamps:How are textiles recycled? - 11:19Should we be making bottles out of paper? - 20:58Rubbish or Not: tracing paper - 53:29How much recycled content is in a plastic milk bottle? - 55:18 Music licence ID: 6WPY8Q4O2RPFIOTL