California anti-plastics law faces lawsuit from 17 states as it takes effect

Ambitious plan to phase out single-use plastic opposed by chemicals industry – while green groups say law too timid A groundbreaking California law that compels packaging producers to phase out single-use plastics is already sparking anger from the chemicals industry and environmental groups just…

First covered Jun 26, 2026 · 4:00 AM PT · 1 article

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15h Guardian Environment California’s landmark anti-plastics law sparks anger as 17 states moves to sue — Ambitious plan to phase out single-use plastic opposed by chemicals industry – while green groups say law too timid A groundbreaking California law that…

Appeared in: 2026-06-26 (#13)

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