Plastic polystyrene foam, more commonly known as Styrofoam, is nearly impossible to recycle. It easily breaks down into toxic microplastic particles in the environment. Once the foam pieces end up in our waterways and drinking water, it is nearly impossible to clean them up.
Plastic foam contains chemical additives that can leach into food, beverages, and the environment. Research has shown that chemicals leaching from plastic foam are toxic to aquatic animals.
The Illinois Senate has passed a bill that would phase out single-use foam food containers. Now the House must take action. Tell your Illinois state representative to vote “yes” and keep plastic foam out of Lake Michigan and our drinking water.
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