Trapped in Plastic

Plastic pollution is a major environmental problem that occurs when plastic materials are discarded and not properly disposed of.

This can happen in many ways, such as through littering, improper waste management practices, or accidental spillage.

Plastic pollution can have a range of negative impacts on the environment,
including harming wildlife, contaminating waterways and oceans, and contributing to climate change.

Plastic waste can also accumulate in landfills and take hundreds of years to decompose, leading to long-term environmental impacts.

To address plastic pollution, individuals can take steps to reduce their plastic usage,
such as using reusable bags and containers, choosing products with less packaging,
and properly disposing of plastic waste.

Governments and organizations can also implement policies and initiatives to reduce plastic pollution,
such as banning single-use plastics or implementing recycling programs.

Overall, reducing plastic pollution requires a collective effort from individuals, governments,
and organizations to make changes in consumption patterns and waste management practices.

Bjørn Larsen Editor/Artist

ONE PLANET

Plastic waste in our oceans and seas is a growing problem, affecting wildlife, ecosystems and people.

About 10 million tonnes of litter – 80% of it plastic – finds its way into the water each year.

These products take hundreds of years to decompose in the sea.

Single-use plastics, like carrier bags, drinks bottles, coffee cups and packaging, are a big part of the issue.

Cheap and disposable, they are carried to the oceans from rivers and coastal towns and cities, or simply dumped at sea.

Source: One Planet