Plastics Pollution

Plastic pollution occurs when plastic waste enters the environment, especially oceans, lakes, and landfills. Since plastic is durable and takes hundreds of years to decompose, it accumulates and harms ecosystems. Marine animals can ingest or get tangled in plastic debris, leading to injury or death. Additionally, microplastics—tiny plastic particles—permeate food chains, affecting wildlife and humans. Plastic pollution results from excessive production, improper disposal, and lack of recycling. Addressing it requires reducing plastic use, improving waste management, and promoting reusable alternatives to protect the environment and future generations.