RT @UNEP: Every year, 430 million tonnes of plastic are produced, with two-thirds quickly turning into waste. Without urgent action, this could triple by 2060, harming ecosystems and human health.
RT @UNEP: What's the lifespan of a single-use takeaway food container? Take a look, from start to finish, and understand its impact on the environment.
Around 117,000 plastic bottles will be used by the time you finish reading this. It’s more than just a number – it directly impacts your health, the environment, climate and society.
To #BeatPlasticPollution international public finance is key. The World Bank has a pipeline of projects of US$2.5 billion+ with components focused on plastic pollution prevention, marine litter, and waste management.
The ocean is: 🔵 home to an est. one million species 🔵 absorbs CO2 emissions 🔵 vital for the food security of 3 billion ppl 🔵 essential for lives & livelihoods https://t.co/5NvBlLR0Ms
The ocean is: 🔵 home to an est. one million species 🔵 absorbs CO2 emissions 🔵 vital for the food security of 3 billion ppl 🔵 essential for lives & livelihoods https://t.co/5NvBlLR0Ms