Plastic Pollution in the Ocean, Common Causes & Ways to Reduce – Plastic Collective

Did you know more than 8 Million Metric Tons of Plastic Waste Enters the Sea from the Environment every year? Plastic waste gathers in the world’s oceans through downstream currents from nearly every terrestrial location. Collecting and concentrating in the midst of global ocean currents called gyres; breaking down into small fragments known as micro […]

What on Earth is Plastic?

What on Earth is Plastic? – Plastic Collective, Understanding Plastic Series “From packaging materials, through fibers, foams and surface coatings, to continuous extrusions and large-scale moldings, plastics have transformed almost every aspect of life. Without them, much of modern medicine would be impossible and the consumer electronics and computer industries would disappear.” ~ Norman C. […]