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Oil and gas companies making hay by making plastic?

NPR | By Kai McNamee,
Emily Kwong
Published May 2, 2026 at 2:47 PM PDT

Author Beth Gardiner talks about her new book, 'Plastic Inc.' and about what she learned about the relationship between oil and gas companies and the plastics industry.

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Kai McNamee
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Emily Kwong
Emily Kwong (she/her) is the reporter for NPR's daily science podcast, Short Wave. The podcast explores new discoveries, everyday mysteries and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, Monday through Friday.
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