Plastic Pollution

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Plastic Pollution
01 Meaning 02 Causes

03 Effects 04 Case Studies

Plastic
Pollution
The accumulation of plastic objects
and particles in the Earth's
environment that adversely affects
humans, wildlife and their habitat.
 Causes
Improper Disposal
When plastic waste is not properly managed, it can
end up in water bodies, oceans, and other natural Production & Consumption
habitats.
The demand for plastic in various industries, leads to
increased production and, consequently, more plastic
Single-use Plastics waste.
Disposable plastics, such as bags, bottles, straws, and
packaging, are major contributors to plastic
pollution. Inadequate Recycling
Despite efforts to promote recycling, a large
Microplastics percentage of plastic waste is not recycled.
These particles can enter ecosystems and pose risks
to aquatic life and potentially enter the food chain.
 Effects
Environmental Impact Economic Impact
- Water Pollution - Cleanup Costs
- Habitat Destruction - Impact on Tourism

Impact on Wildlife Climate Change

- Ingestion - Greenhouse Gases Emission
- Entanglement - Plastic Breakdown Releases Pollutants

Human Health Concerns

- Toxic Chemicals
- Microplastics in Food Chain