Plastic items can be detrimental to the environment. This essay discusses some of the reasons why and provides practical solutions to address this problem.The core issue with many plastic products lies in their non-recyclable or difficult-to-recycle nature. Rather than fully decomposing, these items often break down into tiny microplastic particles. This causes significant risks to ecosystems and human well-being, as microplastics have been increasingly linked to emerging health concerns. Furthermore, these microscopic organisms can actually play a role in generating significant quantities of greenhouse gases, which then go on to influence weather patterns and climate conditions. For instance, the increased production of these heat-trapping gases by certain microbes can contribute to rising temperatures that many regions have been grappling with. One of the biggest solutions to reducing plastic pollution is improving waste management infrastructure and recycling capabilities, especi...