The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is the largest accumulation of ocean plastic in the world. It measures 1.6 millions square kilometers and contains 8 trillion pieces of plastic. It weights approximately 80,000 tons. "The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, Explained" explains how 92% of the pollution is made up of larger objects that are destined to … Continue reading The Great Pacific Garbage Patch
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Plastic Pollution is a Real Problem—and It Won’t Be Solved by Straw Bans
The presence of plastic in our oceans has been a growing problem for decades. But only in recent years has it found its way into the public consciousness. In one well-publicized case last year, scientists in Spain discovered the washed-up body of a sperm whale that contained 29 kilos of plastic—a grim intestinal haul that included … Continue reading Plastic Pollution is a Real Problem—and It Won’t Be Solved by Straw Bans
Bees Are Adapting to Our Trash
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve has recently discovered that bees are collecting our trash to build their nests. I believe that this is just a horrible thing to have to happen to such organisms that provide us with pollinating flowers to grow and keep our ecosystem in a friendly and healthy way. In addition, the … Continue reading Bees Are Adapting to Our Trash
5 ways to waste less in the kitchen
Avoid prepackaged foods and opt for loose produce instead! The loose produce is most likely fresher, and therefore, much better for you! Did you know most apples that come in plastic packages were picked at least 6 months ago? Do you really want to eat a 6 month old apple? And even if you do … Continue reading 5 ways to waste less in the kitchen
Need To Knows About Plastic
Plastic bags are not recyclable! (another reason as to why you should always use recyclable bags.Plastic can disrupt hormone changes and carcinogens! (with the excess amounts of plastic being found in animals we are actually consuming bits of plastic which will affect our health).Plastic is made from crude oil! (crude oil is a fossil fuel, … Continue reading Need To Knows About Plastic
Composting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-aY_d7PSmU Composting is good for the environment, as it gets rid of most food waste and biodegradable products. Not only is it good for the Earth, but it can be used as fertilizer in a garden, and even if you don't have a garden, someone in your neighborhood must have one. The video above is … Continue reading Composting
The Consumption of Plastic
Plastic pollution continues to be a significant problem in our life. Our consumption of plastic has affected marine species deaths, and caused human health risks. Our use of plastic is causing the destruction of our planet. In the video "Are You Eating Plastic for Dinner? | Short Film Showcase" by National Geography, it uses 3-D … Continue reading The Consumption of Plastic
Ways to Reduce your Plastic Pollution
Now, you may be wondering how to reduce how much plastic pollution you create, and actually it's quite easy. Reducing your plastic waste will help the planet slowly if we all try to reduce our plastic waste all together, we can make an impact on the world This one is obvious, but stop using plastic … Continue reading Ways to Reduce your Plastic Pollution
Kenya’s Ban Against Plastic!!
Kenya, one of the major sites of plastic production have created a law that will arrest, or fine someone with up to 40,000 dollars for the use of a plastic. In Kenya cows for eating have been found to have as many as 20 plastic bags hidden in their bodies. This stems from the fact … Continue reading Kenya’s Ban Against Plastic!!
No more single-use cups
Here’s a great resolution for those whose 2018 take-out coffee cup history might look like the above photo: No more single-use cups! Take the time to make great coffee at home and invest in a insulated stainless steel travel mug. No more drive-up window coffee if you can’t use your own travel mug. And support those take-out … Continue reading No more single-use cups
Plastic Pollution Sucks 