In this captivating keynote, Dr. DeArmitt, the leading independent expert on plastics and the environment, dispels myths we’ve all seen on the internet by presenting solid peer-reviewed scientific evidence. See the facts, dispel fiction and hear how to fix our problems for a brighter future. The only talk to cover materials use, waste, litter, degradation, microplastics, ocean plastic and more! Dr. DeArmitt shows how the evidence leads to solutions and policies that actually work.
Plastics make up ~1% of materials and waste
Life cycle studies show plastic is usually the least impactful option
Plastics reduce fossil fuel and GHG emissions
Ocean plastic quantities are ~1000x less than claimed and not increasing
Not a significant threat to turtles, whales or birds
Microplastics make up 0.001% of dust we ingest and are as safe as clay or cellulose
BPA, PFOA/PFAS “forever chemicals”, NIAS, phthalates, stabilizers, migration and more!
The keynote talk amazes and delights audiences with utterly unique and compelling content. Surveys show that plastics industry workers are ashamed of their jobs, but after seeing the evidence they are proud and remotivated. Each keynote can be customized to your needs and included 10 signed hardcover copies of The Plastics Paradox book.
