SOLID WASTE
Plastics solutions to get fresh look at House hearing
House lawmakers will assess plastic waste issues in a hearing this week that could inject momentum into legislation targeting the problem.
Ev is an environmental reporter who previously covered the waste and recycling industry for Industry Dive's Waste Dive with an emphasis on areas including toxic chemical disposal. Previously, Ev covered climate and environmental politics and policy and reported from areas including Texas, Florida, Michigan, and Puerto Rico. They hold a bachelor's degree from Smith College and a master's degree from Johns Hopkins University.
House lawmakers will assess plastic waste issues in a hearing this week that could inject momentum into legislation targeting the problem.
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