TRACK: Green Chemistry + Health
The plastics industry has responded to the market’s demand for more sustainable plastics by including more recycled content, and some manufacturers eliminating many toxic additives from PVC. Although building projects are a good place to reuse many types of waste, some recycled materials can introduce legacy pollutants into new, cleaner formulations. Can PVC ever be considered a clean building material? How has Cradle to Cradle methodology driven product design? Can waste streams be used in new products? What is the tolerance if any for legacy chemicals? Is there a framework that could help the market make the best choices? Join us in a frank conversation about the current state of PVC and recycled plastics in buildings and how designers tasked with healthier design are dealing with both on projects.