Plastic Waste Crisis

Yves Earhart

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Sinopsis

Plastic Waste Crisis offers a comprehensive look at the escalating global issue of plastic pollution, examining its origins, impacts, and potential solutions. The book highlights how the surge in plastic production since the mid-20th century, coupled with consumer culture shifts, has created a crisis threatening biodiversity and human well-being. It explores the alarming persistence of plastics in various environments, detailing how they degrade into microplastics and introduce toxins into food webs.

 
The book progresses from an introduction to plastic waste sources to an in-depth analysis of its impacts on marine and terrestrial ecosystems. It critically evaluates waste management practices like recycling and landfilling, revealing their limitations. Did you know that the accumulation of plastics leads to irreversible environmental damage? Or that plastics are having devastating impacts on marine life?

 
The book advocates for innovative solutions such as biodegradable plastics and a circular economy, emphasizing the need for changes in personal behavior, corporate responsibility, and governmental regulations. Ultimately, Plastic Waste Crisis provides a data-driven perspective on the plastic pollution problem, encouraging readers to understand the complexities of the issue and advocate for meaningful change through environmental research. By connecting insights from marine biology, toxicology, public health, and economics, the book equips students, researchers, policymakers, and concerned citizens with the knowledge to make informed decisions and contribute to effective strategies for mitigating plastic pollution.

Disponible desde: 22/02/2025.

Longitud de impresión: 86 páginas.

Ciencia y tecnología

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