Plastic Waste
How much has plastic increased since 1950?
458 million tonnes!
What will you do with plastic straws if you want to reuse it?
Reuse it, Get metal straws, or don't use straws
What Type of Plastic is Used to Make Water Bottles?
PETE/PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)
Is plastic waste increasing or decreasing?
INCREASING:(!
How can you reuse plastic water bottles?
Reuse the plastic water bottles you already have or buy a metal water bottle.
This Plastic is used for milk chugs?
HDPE (High Density Polyethylene)
How many tonnes of plastic was used in 2019?
460 million tonnes
How can you reuse plastic containers?
Reuse them by bringing them to restaurants and using them when you have additional so you don't have to use the ones that the restaurant gives you.
This type of plastic is used for shower curtains?
PVC (Polyvinyle Chloride)
Where does 5% of plastic go?
To MRF!
How can you reuse plastic bags?
Use them next time when you go grocery shopping.
This type of plastic is used for trash bags?
LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene)
Where does 95% of plastic go?
In the Ocean!:(
How can you a reuse plastic utensils?
Use them next time you eat.
This plastic is used for foam cups?
PS (Polystyrene)