Global Plastic Crisis: 57 Million Tons Polluting Earth Annually

The world is facing a severe plastic pollution crisis, producing a staggering 57 million tons of plastic waste every year. This pollution pervades every corner of the globe, from the deepest oceans to the highest mountains, and alarmingly, it's even found inside human bodies. A recent study highlights that over two-thirds of this plastic waste originates from the Global South, underscoring the urgent need for global strategies to tackle this environmental menace.