People globally are observing World Earth Day today, highlighting the critical need to safeguard our planet.
This year, the spotlight is on plastic pollution, recognized as one of the most urgent environmental challenges worldwide. With staggering statistics revealing a million plastic bottles purchased every minute and five trillion plastic bags used annually, the Earth Day Organization, themed “Planet vs Plastics,” is advocating for a substantial 60% reduction in plastic production by 2040.
While the task of eliminating plastic seems daunting, individual efforts can yield significant impacts.
Judith Enck from Beyond Plastics emphasizes the importance of conscious consumer choices in reducing plastic usage, given that most plastics are not recyclable.
With humanity producing 400 million tonnes of plastic waste yearly, such actions are crucial in combating pollution and preserving our planet for future generations.
