Costing the Earth

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Costing the Earth: Plastic Gardens

Plastic Gardens

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What impact is the trend for fake turf and artificial plants having on the environment?

Peter Gibbs investigates the trend for fake turf and artificial plants. What impact are they having on the environment?

The last decade has seen a huge rise in the number of people opting for artificial turf in their gardens. Meanwhile businesses and corporations are making more use of plastic plants in both indoor and outdoor spaces. What effect does choosing fake over real plants have on the environment? Peter Gibbs investigates.

Producer: Emma Campbell

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