Plastic Pollution
Yves Earhart
Ratgeber / Natur
Beschreibung
"Plastic Pollution" delivers a compelling examination of one of today's most critical environmental challenges, revealing how the equivalent of one garbage truck worth of plastic enters our oceans every minute. This comprehensive analysis traces plastic's journey from its revolutionary beginnings to its current status as a global environmental crisis, supported by alarming statistics showing over 8.3 billion metric tons produced since the 1950s.
The book methodically explores the science behind plastic pollution, examining how various plastics degrade into harmful microplastics and impact over 700 marine species. Through a combination of scientific research, expert interviews, and real-world case studies, it demonstrates how this crisis extends beyond environmental concerns to affect public health, economic systems, and social justice.
Readers gain insights from multiple perspectives, including environmental scientists, marine biologists, and waste management experts, while learning about successful initiatives like Rwanda's plastic bag ban and San Francisco's reduction programs. What sets this book apart is its balanced, solution-oriented approach, combining academic rigor with accessible language and practical guidance.
From individual consumer choices to international policy recommendations, it presents a clear roadmap for addressing plastic pollution at every level. The text seamlessly connects plastic pollution to broader issues like climate change and economic inequality, while maintaining focus on actionable solutions and emerging technologies that could help create a plastic-free future.
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