Did you know your morning coffee might come with a side of microplastics? Scientists have found these tiny invaders in human arteries, lungs, brains, and even breast milk. While we’re still learning how they affect our health, one thing’s clear: plastic pollution is a global emergency.
This #WorldEnvironmentDay, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Republic of Korea are rallying the world to #BeatPlasticPollution. Here’s why it matters:
Plastic’s Double-Edged Sword
Plastics save lives in hospitals and power green tech, but our throwaway culture is drowning the planet. Every year:
11 million tons of plastic flood oceans
13 million tons poison soil
Microplastics reach Everest’s peak and the Mariana Trench’s depths
The Hidden Cost of Convenience
Plastic pollution could cost the global economy up to $281 trillion by 2040. Imagine:
Tourist beaches buried in trash
Flooded neighborhoods from clogged drains
Fishermen catching more bottles than fish
Your Move, Gen Z!
UNEP’s Inger Andersen says ending plastic pollution isn’t just eco-friendly—it’s essential for human health, economies, and businesses. From reusable bottles to supporting policy changes, every action counts. Ready to flip the script?
Scientists have found these tiny invaders in human arteries, lungs, brains, and even breast milk. While we’re still learning how they affect our health, one thing’s clear: plastic pollution is a global emergency.
Plastic’s Double-Edged Sword
The Hidden Cost of Convenience
Your Move, Gen Z!
