Plastic has been getting a lot of attention in the sustainable community. Because, unlike climate change, accumulating plastics is something we can touch, feel and see. There are no nuances to argue, with videos of scuba divers surrounded by floating bags... It's clear that plastic is harming our environment. Unlike other materials, plastic never biodegrades. But how did we get here, in this plastic filled world? When did we know we'd made a mistake? From it's surprising past saving elephants to its uncertain future, here's a brief history of everyone's fav hardened dead dinosaur. Sponsor: Plaine Products Show Notes