Los Angeles Times • 2026-05-01

Recycled plastics industry gets unexpected boost from Iran War

Conflict in Iran has raised the cost of oil and downstream products like virgin plastic. That's a boon for recycled plastic, which is now cost competitive.

The Guardian • 2026-04-30

Germany was largest exporter of plastic waste in 2025, sending 810,000 tonnes overseas, analysis finds

UK was close behind, exporting 675,000 tonnes, with much of the waste sent to Turkey, Malaysia and Indonesia

Independent • 2026-04-23

Simple change in food handling process can cut exposure to plastic chemicals by half

Levels of plastic chemicals phthalates and bisphenols could be cut by about 50 per cent with intervention

The Atlantic • 2026-04-22

Brace for the Plastic Price Hikes

The war in Iran could raise the consumer costs of car parts, toys, clothing, and more.