Currently, the world produces 300 million tonnes of plastic per year,

and 50% of all single-use plastics are thrown away after their usage.

Plastic is a material that has become increasingly ubiquitous in our daily lives. From single-
use plastic bags and bottles to food packaging and toys, plastic is used in a wide variety of
products. However, the convenience that plastic brings comes at a great environmental cost.

One of the most significant problems with plastic is its long-lasting nature. Most types of
plastic are not biodegradable, meaning they do not break down naturally over time. Instead,
they persist in the environment for hundreds of years, clogging up landfills and polluting
ecosystems.

Plastic waste is a major contributor to marine pollution. Millions of tons of plastic end up in
the world's oceans each year, killing marine life and damaging delicate ecosystems. Marine
animals can mistake plastic debris for food, leading to digestive blockages and starvation.
We find about 100,000 marine animals killed by ocean plastic ingestion or entanglement
each year.

The production of plastic also has considerable negative environmental consequences. The
extraction of raw materials for plastic, such as petroleum and natural gas, contributes to
habitat destruction and chemical pollution. Furthermore, the manufacturing process itself
releases harmful greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.

Plastic pollution not only harms the environment but also jeopardizes human health.
Exposure to toxic chemicals leached from plastic products has been linked to various health
issues, including reproductive problems, hormonal imbalances, and certain types of cancer.
Additionally, the disposal of plastic waste through incineration can release toxic fumes,
negatively impacting air quality and exacerbating respiratory problems