It’s a huge problem. We have a small homestead/market garden and eliminating plastic is very difficult. We do what we can, no plastic mulch, no plastic trays or pots, no synthetic fertilizers, rainwater for watering etc. but all our water collection, greenhouse plastic, water systems etc are all plastic based.
I had an acquaintance years ago whose father owned a carpet cleaning business. When they couldn’t afford booze they’d steal carpet cleaning solution to drink. Major.alcoholics at 18/19 years old.