During the second round of talks on a global plastics treaty in Paris this week, diplomats clashed over competing priorities - including the role of recycling and how to deal with toxic chemicals. However, some experts say that one issue in particular should anchor the ongoing talks: climate change. “It's not just a plastic crisis; it's a climate crisis,” said Kristen McDonald, senior director of the China program for the nonprofit Pacific Environment. “Everyone should walk away from the Global Plastics Treaty table this week and understand that.” (Joseph Winters)

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