ocean plastic pollution

Ocean plastic pollution refers to the accumulation of plastic waste in the world’s oceans, mainly from land-based sources like littering, inadequate waste management, and fishing activities. These plastics can take hundreds of years to decompose, harming marine life through ingestion, entanglement, and habitat disruption. The presence of plastics also affects human health and coastal economies. Addressing this issue requires reducing plastic production, improving waste disposal practices, and supporting cleanup efforts to protect marine ecosystems and ensure the health of our planet.