The Dangers of Plastic For Our Environment
There has been a growing awareness in recent years about the negative effects that plastic is having on the planet and the environment. Some countries have taken measures to try and reduce their dependency on plastic by banning single use items such as plastic bags and straws, and there has been a drive to create alternatives to these, such as straws made of bamboo or metal. Despite these measures, plastic is still ubiquitous in our world and it is estimated that by 2030, plastic production in the U.S. will eclipse the climate impact of coal-fired power plants, and that by...