Advanced Materials + Smart Manufacturing = Eco-Friendly Vehicles at the 2016 L.A. Auto Show @plasticspossible

plasticspossible Learn about the strong, lightweight plastics being used in autos: youtu.be/Cx_Jzo3yp-A

Every year at the Los Angeles Auto Show, thousands of visitors learn about amazing innovations occurring in the auto industry. The use of thermoplastics and carbon fiber are two of the most important, ongoing trends.

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Advanced Materials + Smart Manufacturing = Eco-Friendly Vehicles at the 2016 L.A. Auto Show

plasticspossible 2017-06-08 | Learn about the strong, lightweight plastics being used in autos: youtu.be/Cx_Jzo3yp-A

Every year at the Los Angeles Auto Show, thousands of visitors learn about amazing innovations occurring in the auto industry. The use of thermoplastics and carbon fiber are two of the most important, ongoing trends.

Sustain What Sustains You

plasticspossible 2019-03-08 | It gives us life. It helps us thrive. When we take care of the food that takes care of us, the little moments of nourishment can add up to something more meaningful. Learn more about the choices that make it possible: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/sustain-what-sustains-you

Sustain What Sustains You

plasticspossible 2019-01-03 | It gives us life. It helps us thrive. When we take care of the food that takes care of us, the little moments of nourishment can add up to something more meaningful. Learn more about the choices that make it possible: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/sustain-what-sustains-you

Sustain What Sustain You

plasticspossible 2018-10-25 | It gives us life. It helps us thrive. When we take care of the food that takes care of us, the little moments of nourishment can add up to something more meaningful. Learn more about the choices that make it possible: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/sustain-what-sustains-you

Sustain What Sustains You

plasticspossible 2018-10-16 | It gives us life. It helps us thrive. When we take care of the food that takes care of us, the little moments of nourishment can add up to something more meaningful. Learn more about the choices that make it possible: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/sustain-what-sustains-you

Sustain What Sustains You

Turning the Tide on Plastic Marine Litter

plasticspossible 2018-06-01 | Think about the re-sealable plastic bag that helps keep your lunch fresh, the lightweight plastic parts that help make your car more fuel-efficient, or the plastic bike helmet that helps protect your child from injury. Plastics have lots of benefits in our everyday lives—but not when they end up in the ocean. With up to 8 million tons of plastic litter entering our oceans every year, we all need to work together to solve this problem. Learn more about what the plastic industry is doing to help: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/marinelittersolutions

Plastic 3-D Printing and the Future of Cars

plasticspossible 2018-04-16 | The latest advances in plastic 3-D printing are pushing the boundaries of auto design, prototyping, and manufacturing. Learn more about the strong, lightweight plastics being used in autos: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/automotive/advanced-plastics-are-the-future-of-autos

Carbon Fiber Plastics Drive Auto Advancements

plasticspossible 2018-04-16 | Stronger, lightweight, and more fuel efficient—these are some of the keys to building a better car, and carbon fiber plastics make it happen. Learn more about the plastics innovations that improve our autos: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/automotive/advanced-plastics-are-the-future-of-autos

Packed with Love: Healthful, Delicious Food with Less Waste

plasticspossible 2017-12-06 | Food waste is a big problem. Approximately 40% of the food produced in the U.S. goes uneaten.

Learn more about how plastics help us reduce food waste and lighten our environmental footprint, plus see some of Shakti's own delicious recipes: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/plastics-at-home/packed-with-love

When we throw away spoiled food, we throw away valuable resources and squander the energy involved in growing and bringing food to grocery store shelves.

Watch how Shakti Shukla, a mom of three, prepares healthful and delicious meals for her family of five while relying on plastic packaging to help keep food fresher longer—so less goes to waste.

Plastic Innovations: Winter Games Training

plasticspossible 2017-12-05 | Briann Currutt 2010 Winter Games Coach talks about how skiiers help cut down resistance and simulate high speed snow training with plastic surfaces-- some are high grade polyurethane. Currutt also talks about how some of the highest tech gear is debuted with the world's best athletes in skiing, bobsled and luge to help keep competitors safe and prevent injuries.

Learn more about plastics role in winter sports: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/sports-outdoors/sports-events-initiatives/plastics-help-modernize-winter-sports

Fuzz Federsen Talks Plastic Innovations in Winter Sports

plasticspossible 2017-12-05 | Aerial skiing icon Fuzz Federsen talk about innovations in plastics have enabled more lightweight, durable, and responsive equipment, as well as tougher protective gear and better insulated, water resistant clothing—helping athletes achieve high levels of performance while facing winter’s cold and fury.

Learn more: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/sports-outdoors/sports-events-initiatives/plastics-help-modernize-winter-sports

Plastics Make it Possible® Winter Games

plasticspossible 2017-12-05 | Thought you were fast, a good shot, quick on a sled? Think again—its plastics that help you perform and stay safe playing outdoor sports. In 2011, we invited a few friends to experience the difference between pre-plastic equipment and innovative new plastic snow gear. Check out the video below to see what happened when we put plastic to the test in our very own Plastics Make it Possible® Winter Games!

For more on how plastic modernize winter sports: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/sports-outdoors/sports-events-initiatives/plastics-help-modernize-winter-sports

Protecting Our Heroes: A Tribute to Safety and Innovation

plasticspossible 2017-10-11 | Detecting bombs, fighting wildfires, and search and rescue missions - these are just some of the jobs where everyday American heroes put themselves in harm’s way to protect us and our loved ones.

Learn more about their heroism and how advanced safety gear made with plastics helps bring them home safely and make their achievements possible: http://www.plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/protecting-our-heroes

Meet some heroes like:

- Mike McMillan, a smokejumper responding to lightning fires in Colorado that relied upon plastic materials for prevention of injuries when landing
- Linda Cox, an Air Force bomb technician who counted on plastics to protect her from exposure to a sandstorm when mitigating a bomb storage facility explosion during Operation Desert Shield in Kuwait
- Jason Britt, a firefighter and search & rescue specialist that relied upon durable plastic gear to prevent against elemental exposure during Hurricane Matthew

The Surprising Environmental Benefits of Plastics

plasticspossible 2017-09-29 | When it comes to our impact on the environment, every type of material has its pros and cons. How do plastics stack up against some common alternatives?

We took to the streets to debunk some common perceptions about plastics and the environmental footprint they leave behind. You'll be surprised to learn that they actually reduce the impact we have in many different ways.

Did you know . . .
- Plastics have 4x less the environmental costs than alternative materials?
- Lighter plastics conserve more natural resources than heavier materials like glass?
- 40% of food in the United States is wasted, & plastic materials are often used to help them last longer?
- A cucumber wrapped in plastic can last up to 3 weeks?
- We recycled more than 6 billion pounds of plastic in 2015?

For more on the surprising benefits of plastics, visit our page at plasticsmakeitpossible.com/plastics-at-home/everyday-plastics-reduce-environmental-footprint/.

Plastic Packaging That Does More with Less

plasticspossible 2017-09-14 | It adds portability and convenience while reducing food waste and the fuel costs. Made up of a few simple layers, these lightweight innovative plastic pouches give you the same food you love but with a smaller environmental footprint.

Learn more about sustainable packaging design at plasticpackagingfacts.org/plastic-sustainability/sustainable-packaging-design

Chef Duff Goldman: Recycling After Meal Prep

plasticspossible 2017-08-28 | Duff Goldman shares helpful tips on meal-prep recycling. To learn more about kitchen food waste, watch Duff here: youtu.be/3b1RG7bBjAE

Chef Duff Goldman on Keeping Food Fresh

plasticspossible 2017-08-28 | Duff shares tips on buying fresh foods & how to store meal-prep food to keep it fresh. Learn more here: youtu.be/4xX1kC9rSVk

Chef Duff Goldman on Food Waste

plasticspossible 2017-08-28 | No one wants to waste food during meal prep! Duff shares some food-waste facts. See his solutions here: youtu.be/pVSVMm-Zhiw

Chef Duff Goldman on Plastic Packaging Benefits

plasticspossible 2017-08-16 | Using plastic helps save a lot of energy! Also, learn how Duff recycles kitchen plastics: youtu.be/kkmU04CFTts

Chef Brooke Parkhursts Tips For A Healthier School Lunch

plasticspossible 2017-08-07 | Busy mom and chef Brooke Parkhurst shares back to school kitchen wisdom to help you get your kids' lunches packed with fruits and veggies they'll enjoy.

Using modern, durable plastics lets you buy in bulk for variety all week long. Prepare lunches in reusable bento boxes or other containers and you'll keep food airtight and reduce waste. It's easy to create healthy portions and keep your kids going all afternoon.

Want more great tips for school lunches? Check out Brooke's blog post on getting organized and packing lunches your kids will love at plasticsmakeitpossible.com/plastics-at-home/pack-to-school/pack-amazing-school-lunches-kids-will-love/.

Find great recipes for the whole family at http://thecoupleskitchen.com/.

Whats Made From Recycled Plastic?

plasticspossible 2017-07-22 | Chef Duff Goldman tells you in this brief video! Learn how plastic packaging helps the environment: youtu.be/EYGxqUkl2T8

Recycling Kitchen Plastics with Chef Duff Goldman

plasticspossible 2017-07-22 | Duff shows the many types of plastic containers you can recycle. Also, learn what's made from recycled plastics: youtu.be/lw_JkF9TjAE

Celebrate National Sunglasses Day with Plastics!

plasticspossible 2017-06-26 | From retro to glam, sunglasses (made with plastics!) have always made a statement. Explore iconic sunglass styles and see how they help protect our eyes. plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/fashion/fashion-events-initiatives/celebrate-national-sunglasses-day

Strong, Lightweight Plastics Improve Car Performance, Safety, Fuel Efficiency - 2016 L.A. Auto Show

plasticspossible 2017-06-08 | To learn more about plastics' importance in today's autos, watch: youtu.be/bh5_iDbQrbU

Every year at the Los Angeles Auto Show, thousands of visitors learn about amazing innovations occurring in the auto industry. The use of plastics to improve performance, safety, and fuel efficiency is one of the most important, ongoing trends.

Sleek Automotive Design: Made Possible by Plastics - 2016 L.A. Auto Show

plasticspossible 2017-06-08 | Learn more about advanced materias & engineering in today's autos: youtu.be/1JkQFq2E31k

Every year at the Los Angeles Auto Show, thousands of visitors learn about amazing innovations occurring in the auto industry. The use of plastics in every major component, and accessories like spoilers and air dams, is one of the most important, ongoing trends

Plastics Makes Stronger, Safer, and Sleeker Autos Possible

plasticspossible 2017-06-08 | Learn more about plastics & sleek auto design: youtu.be/c_1uPWfmmwA

Every year at the Los Angeles Auto Show, thousands of visitors learn about amazing innovations occurring in the auto industry. The use of plastics in every major component is one of the most important, ongoing trends.

Mini Horse Overcomes the Odds With Help From Plastic Prosthesis

plasticspossible 2017-05-11 | Meet Angel Marie, a mini horse who lost her leg shortly after birth—now her plastic prosthesis and brace help her walk, play and be herself. Learn more about how plastic prosthetic devices can help animals live happier lives at http://www.plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/healthcare/prosthetics/mini-horse-overcomes-the-odds-with-help-from-plastic-prosthesis

Stronger, Safer, Sleeker: Plastics at the 2016 L.A. Auto Show

plasticspossible 2017-01-09 | For more information, visit plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/automotive/advanced-plastics-are-the-future-of-autos

The L.A. Auto Show features a wide range of cutting-edge vehicles—but something the cars and trucks have in common? Lots of high-performance plastics that contribute to safety, sustainability, and style.

Perfectly Imperfect Holiday Moments

plasticspossible 2016-12-12 | Ever wish you could freeze time and hold on to those perfectly imperfect holiday moments? Plastics Make It Possible crashes one family’s holiday gathering to show you how plastics are an integral part of the memories.

Find out more at plasticsmakeitpossible.com/perfectly-imperfect-holiday-moments

Help Make Lunch Simple & Fresh with Innovative Plastic Back-to-School Supplies

plasticspossible 2016-08-30 | Want to send them back to school with lunches they’ll love? Watch more fun ideas here: youtu.be/5sUV55lhgL8

From ingenious lunch boxes, to airtight food storage containers and lightweight packaging, plastics can make packing lunch easier than ever -- while helping keep food fresh.

Help Make Lunch Simple & Fresh with Innovative Plastic Back-to-School Supplies

plasticspossible 2016-08-30 | Want to send them back to school with lunches they’ll love? We have more ideas here: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/plastics-at-home/nutritious-lunches-clever-ways-pack

From ingenious lunch boxes, to airtight food storage containers and lightweight packaging, plastics can make packing lunch easier than ever -- while helping keep food fresh.

Help Make Lunch Simple & Fresh with Innovative Plastic Back-to-School Supplies

plasticspossible 2016-08-30 | Want to send them back to school with lunches they’ll love? Watch more fun ideas here: youtu.be/O7BFZoHfmaU

From ingenious lunch boxes, to airtight food storage containers and lightweight packaging, plastics can make packing lunch easier than ever -- while helping keep food fresh.

Help Make Lunch Simple & Fresh with Innovative Plastic Back-to-School Supplies

Injured Rescue Puppy Gets New Plastic Paw, Becomes Therapy Dog - Preview

plasticspossible 2016-08-26 | This dog lost his paw at just 3 months – but a plastic paw made normal life possible. Watch Hudson's full story here: youtube.com/watch?v=FaZaVGCTGCw&t=14s

Prostheses make life better for countless amputees -- animals included. Plastics have made possible many of the advances made in prosthetics' comfort, range of motion and durability.

Thanks to a prosthetic paw Hudson can walk again, and is now bringing happiness to others as a therapy dog.

Injured Rescue Puppy Gets New Plastic Paw, Becomes Therapy Dog - Teaser

plasticspossible 2016-08-26 | Hudson lost his paw at just 3 months – but a plastic paw made normal life possible again. See more about Hudson here: youtube.com/watch?v=-yEmvAmgenw&feature=youtu.be

Prosthesis makes life better for countless amputees. Many of the advances in comfort, range of motion and durability come from plastics.

Injured Rescue Puppy Gets New Plastic Paw, Becomes Therapy Dog

plasticspossible 2016-08-26 | This dog lost his paw at just three months old – but a plastic paw made normal life possible again. Prosthesis makes life better for countless amputees. Many of the advances in comfort, range of motion and durability come from plastics. See how artificial limbs are helping animals and humans alike here: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/whats-new-cool/hudson-the-railroad-puppy

Plastic House by Tiny House Nations Zack Giffin Travels to Pittsburgh

plasticspossible 2016-07-19 | Zack Giffin's energy-efficient tiny house traveled cross-country to Pittsburgh's Carnegie Science Center. Learn how he built this house: youtu.be/LH1tfAOQZG4

A wide range of plastic building materials contribute to energy efficiency. Plastics Make it Possible® partnered with Zack Giffin of Tiny House Nation to build this house in Boulder, CO.

The tiny house with spray foam insulation, house wrap, vinyl siding, wall coverings, plastic window frames, and sealants, represents that plastics can help reduce the amount of unwanted airflow between the inside and outside of a house so we can use less energy for heating and cooling.

And even though this house is only 170 square feet, plastics can dramatically improve energy efficiency in any size home!

Construction Time-Lapse: Zack Giffins Tiny House

plasticspossible 2016-04-25 | Zack Giffin of Tiny House Nation builds this beautiful, energy-efficient tiny home in just 50 seconds! Learn about his building materials here: youtu.be/LH1tfAOQZG4

Zack's tiny-house project shows that plastics-based construction materials can help any house – tiny or not-so-tiny – significantly improve its energy efficiency and reduce its environmental footprint. This tiny house uses a variety of innovative plastic insulation and sealants to form a continuous thermal barrier, helping create a tight building envelope that improves energy efficiency and saves money on heating and cooling.

Zack's house even has tough, plastic solar-energy shingles; they protect the roof while making it possible to to go off-grid!

To demonstrate the wide range of innovative plastic building materials that contribute to energy efficiency, Plastics Make it Possible built this tiny house in Boulder, CO. From insulation and sealants, to siding and windows, plastics help reduce the amount of unwanted airflow between the inside and outside of a house so we can save energy used in heating and cooling. And though this house is only 170 square feet, plastic building materials can dramatically improve energy efficiency in any size home!

Watch all the videos in our Tiny House Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKHo8oRb0rZXrGsRF0i_T2pRKYCRuDKqL

Solar Decathlon 2015 Winner: A Sustainable, Storm-Resistant Home

plasticspossible 2016-02-24 | The SURE (SUstainable + REsilient) House was the overall 2015 Solar Decathlon winner. Watch this related video to learn more about innovative materials being used in Solar Decathlon competitions: youtu.be/ylWjjmERYeg

Sponsored by the Vinyl Institute, this energy efficient home features solar power, net-zero energy operations, and storm-surge resistance in memory of families affected by Super Storm Hurricane Sandy in New Jersey.

Students from Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey designed and built the SURE house.

Ovie Mughelli Shares Recycling Tips for the Big Game

plasticspossible 2016-02-02 | Former Atlanta Falcon and "eco-athlete" Ovie Mughelli prioritizes recycling at his Big Game parties and year round. He shares his tips for curbside recycling and the correct way to recycled plastic film wraps and bags.

Explore Zack Giffins Energy-Saving Tiny House

plasticspossible 2015-11-20 | Watch Zack Giffin of "Tiny House Nation” build an energy-efficient, 170-square-foot house with innovative, plastic building materials. Then watch as he takes it on the road from Colorado to Pittsburgh: youtu.be/cUCm5TAOr5E

Giffin shows that advanced insulation made with plastics can help any house – tiny or not – significantly improve energy efficiency and reduce its environmental footprint. This tiny house uses innovative plastic insulation and sealants to form a continuous thermal barrier - which create a tight building envelope to improve energy efficiency and lower heating and cooling costs. The house even has tough, plastic solar shingles to protect the roof and provide power to go off-grid!

This video is from Plastics Make it Possible plasticsmakeitpossible.com

Vinyl SURE House- 2015 Solar Decathlon Winner

plasticspossible 2015-11-19 | A team of students designed and built a house for the 2015 Solar Decathlon, a contest among universities to build solar-powered houses that are “affordable, energy-efficient, and attractive.”

Energy-Saving Windows in Zack Giffins Tiny House

plasticspossible 2015-09-29 | Zack Giffin of Tiny House Nation installed durable, plastic-framed window while building this beautiful tiny home. Watch this video to see his siding choice: youtu.be/1Wa8dhzk6QQ

The vinyl-window frames are excellent insulators, helping reduce energy cost. They're also low-maintenance and long-lasting, lowering long-term upkeep cost.

Zack Giffin's tiny-house project shows that plastics-based construction materials can help any house – tiny or not-so-tiny – significantly improve its energy efficiency and reduce its environmental footprint. This tiny house uses a variety of innovative plastic insulation and sealants to form a continuous thermal barrier, helping create a tight building envelope that improves energy efficiency and saves money on heating and cooling.

Zack's house even has tough, plastic solar-energy shingles; they protect the roof while making it possible to to go off the grid!

To demonstrate the wide range of innovative plastic building materials that contribute to energy efficiency, Plastics Make it Possible built a tiny house in Boulder, CO. From insulation and sealants, to siding and windows, plastics help reduce the amount of unwanted airflow between the inside and outside of a house so we can save energy used in heating and cooling. And though this house is only 170 square feet, plastic building materials can dramatically improve energy efficiency in any size home!

Watch all the videos in our Tiny House Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKHo8oRb0rZXrGsRF0i_T2pRKYCRuDKqL

Vinyl Siding in Zack Giffins Tiny House

plasticspossible 2015-09-29 | Zack Giffin of Tiny House Nation installed durable vinyl siding while building this beautiful tiny home. Check out his power-producing shingles: youtu.be/y19DFneg_-o

The vinyl siding and related trim provide an additional barrier against the elements, while reducing maintenance costs.

Zack Giffin's tiny-house project shows that plastics-based construction materials can help any house – tiny or not-so-tiny – significantly improve its energy efficiency and reduce its environmental footprint. This tiny house uses a variety of innovative plastic insulation and sealants to form a continuous thermal barrier, helping create a tight building envelope that improves energy efficiency and saves money on heating and cooling.

Zack's house even has tough, plastic solar-energy shingles; they protect the roof while making it possible to to go off the grid.

To demonstrate the wide range of innovative plastic building materials that contribute to energy efficiency, Plastics Make it Possible built a tiny house in Boulder, CO. From insulation and sealants, to siding and windows, plastics help reduce the amount of unwanted airflow between the inside and outside of a house so we can save energy used in heating and cooling. And though this house is only 170 square feet, plastic building materials can dramatically improve energy efficiency in any size home!

Watch all the videos in our Tiny House Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKHo8oRb0rZXrGsRF0i_T2pRKYCRuDKqL

Solar-Panel Shingles in Zack Giffins Tiny House

plasticspossible 2015-09-29 | Zack Giffin of Tiny House Nation installed durable, solar-panel roof shingles while building this beautiful tiny home. He made room for a skylight, though: youtu.be/_eN4LZnR7QM

The tough, plastic solar-energy shingles protect the roof while making it possible to take this tiny house off-grid.

Zack Giffin's tiny-house project shows that plastics-based construction materials can help any house – tiny or not-so-tiny – significantly improve its energy efficiency and reduce its environmental footprint. This tiny house uses a variety of innovative plastic insulation and sealants to form a continuous thermal barrier, helping create a tight building envelope that improves energy efficiency and saves money on heating and cooling.

To demonstrate the wide range of innovative plastic building materials that contribute to energy efficiency, Plastics Make it Possible built a tiny house in Boulder, CO. From insulation and sealants, to siding and windows, plastics help reduce the amount of unwanted airflow between the inside and outside of a house so we can save energy used in heating and cooling. And though this house is only 170 square feet, plastic building materials can dramatically improve energy efficiency in any size home!

Watch all the videos in our Tiny House Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKHo8oRb0rZXrGsRF0i_T2pRKYCRuDKqL

Energy-Saving Skylight in Zack Giffins Tiny House

plasticspossible 2015-09-29 | Zack Giffin of Tiny House Nation installed a polycarbonate-plastic skylight while building this beautiful tiny home. He also built in energy-saving insulation: youtu.be/8WP_tOlVXZI

The skylight helps reduce energy cost by providing thermal resistance and UV protection.

Zack Giffin's tiny-house project shows that plastics-based construction materials can help any house – tiny or not-so-tiny – significantly improve its energy efficiency and reduce its environmental footprint. This tiny house uses a variety of innovative plastic insulation and sealants to form a continuous thermal barrier, helping create a tight building envelope that improves energy efficiency and saves money on heating and cooling.

Zack's house even has tough, plastic solar-energy shingles; they protect the roof while making it possible to to go off the grid!

To demonstrate the wide range of innovative plastic building materials that contribute to energy efficiency, Plastics Make it Possible built a tiny house in Boulder, CO. From insulation and sealants, to siding and windows, plastics help reduce the amount of unwanted airflow between the inside and outside of a house so we can save energy used in heating and cooling. And though this house is only 170 square feet, plastic building materials can dramatically improve energy efficiency in any size home!

Watch all the videos in our Tiny House Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKHo8oRb0rZXrGsRF0i_T2pRKYCRuDKqL

Energy-Saving Insulation in Zack Giffins Tiny House

plasticspossible 2015-09-29 | Zack Giffin of Tiny House Nation used advanced insulation made with plastics in building this beautiful tiny home. His windows save energy, too: youtu.be/nRGUR_N_nac

Zack Giffin's tiny-house project shows that plastics-based construction materials can help any house – tiny or not-so-tiny – significantly improve its energy efficiency and reduce its environmental footprint. This tiny house uses a variety of innovative plastic insulation and sealants to form a continuous thermal barrier, helping create a tight building envelope that improves energy efficiency and saves money on heating and cooling.

Zack's house even has tough, plastic solar-energy shingles; they protect the roof while making it possible to to go off the grid!

To demonstrate the wide range of innovative plastic building materials that contribute to energy efficiency, Plastics Make it Possible built a tiny house in Boulder, CO. From insulation and sealants, to siding and windows, plastics help reduce the amount of unwanted airflow between the inside and outside of a house so we can save energy used in heating and cooling. And though this house is only 170 square feet, plastic building materials can dramatically improve energy efficiency in any size home!

Watch all the videos in our Tiny House Playlist at: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKHo8oRb0rZXrGsRF0i_T2pRKYCRuDKqL

Tom Wilhelmsen Pitches Fans To Recycle Plastics

plasticspossible 2015-08-25 | Plastics Make it Possible has worked with Major League Baseball teams to encourage fans to recycle everyday plastic products. Learn more here: plasticsmakeitpossible.com/plastics-recycling/recycling-events-initiatives/recycling-initiatives/second-chances/plastics-make-it-possible-helps-baseball-fans-hit-a-home-run-for-recycling

On September 13, 2015, Plastics Make it Possible took over the Seattle Mariners' Safeco Field to share plastic recycling ideas and tips in baseball stadiums around the country. When you recycle everyday plastic packaging, you help keep valuable resources out of landfills—resources that can live on in useful new products, such as a T-shirt.

How does it work? The plastic recycling machine at Safeco Field - which accepted fans' empty plastic bottles and returned t-shirts made of recycled plastic - demonstrated how! Plastic bottles are melted and stretched into a fine thread, which is woven into soft, durable fabrics that then are used in a wide variety of fashionable and functional clothing, from swimsuits to sports jerseys, and fleece jackets to little black dresses.

And with recycling bins showing up everywhere people gather, it’s never been easier to recycle your plastic bottles, containers, caps, lids, and wraps.

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