It’s no secret that plastic production and consumption are destroying the ocean and animals—both marine and land—that we love so dearly. It’s easy to think you’re not part of the problem and pawn off responsibility on large corporations and people who litter, but anyone who consistently purchases plastic products contributes to plastic in the environment. The first step to decreasing your plastic use and helping the ocean is educating yourself on the problem and solutions.
We rounded up the most helpful infographics on the internet that tackle plastic pollution.
1. Average Waste Per Person in the United States
2. How Ocean Pollution Affects Humans
3. Plastic Buildup in Our Oceans
4. Plastic in the Ocean
5. The Truth About Plastic & Its Impact on Our Planet
6. 7 Easy Things You Can Do to Reduce Plastic Pollution
7. How to Move Away From Plastic Dependency
8. How Long it Takes Plastic to Break Down
