Debate raises pollution, health risks in recycling

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The EPA is thinking about new rules for plastic recycling. These rules might change how plants clean their air.

Many groups worry about more dangerous air pollution. The plastics industry says new rules will still control emissions.

Currently, these recycling plants follow strict burning rules. The EPA may now see this as making new things.

The industry wants easier rules for chemical recycling. But some say this will cause more dirty air.

If rules change, more chemical recycling plants might open. However, many people want to keep the strong old rules.

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What is the EPA thinking about?

The EPA is thinking about new rules for plastic recycling.

What do many groups worry about?

Many groups worry about more dangerous air pollution.

What does the industry want?

The industry wants easier rules for chemical recycling.

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