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We're Drowning in Plastic Pollution. Can We Actually Fix It?

Provided by: Be Smart |Published on: April 27, 2021
Videos Grades 6-8, 9-12

Synopsis

  • This video thoroughly details the plastic pollution problem including the history of plastic, causes and effects of this pollution, challenges to solving the issue, and potential solutions. 
  • Greenhouse gas emissions from the production and transportation of plastic, as well as the transportation and clean up of plastic waste, are highlighted as other ways that plastic pollutes. 
  • The video emphasizes the complex systemic changes that will be necessary to solve a problem of this scope and scale, far beyond individuals' actions. 

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Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, History
Authors: Be Smart
Region: Global
Languages: English

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