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More and more plastic waste is polluting the world’s cities, countryside and oceans. What problems does this cause? What measures could be taken to solve them?

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In
this
 day and age,
plastic
 is ubiquitous. Everything we use, from packaging to clothing, appliances, toys and much more, is now made from
plastic
. Sadly
this
 material has many harmful effects on the environment and our health. Fortunately, there are several things we can do, as individuals and as communities, to stem the tide of
plastic
 pollution. For a start, the harm caused by
plastic
 waste is undeniable.
Plastic
 litter chokes the environment everywhere: in the forests, the waterways and the ocean. Go for a walk in any park or beach, and you will see
plastic
bags
 and bottles lying in the bushes or the sand. These
plastic
 items are known to kill wildlife by asphyxiating them or blocking their digestive systems. As time goes by,
this
plastic
 waste slowly degrades into microplastics, which are so small that they can enter the bloodstream. Microplastics have been found in our soil, drinking water and even in the blood of newborn babies.
This
 pollution can negatively affect vegetation growth and have long-term health effects on animals and humans. To solve
this
 problem, we must
first
 reduce the amount of
plastic
 we consume.
For example
, single-use
plastic
bags
, among the most common polluting items, have been banned in Australia.
In addition
, Australian supermarkets now charge 20c for recycled, reusable carry
bags
, so people are encouraged to use fewer
bags
 and reuse them more.
Also
, we can promote recycling by making it very convenient for people,
for example
, curbside recycling bins. Most importantly, businesses must be encouraged to reduce and recycle via tax incentives and grants for
plastic
 reduction initiatives. In conclusion, the
plastic
 problem is undoubtedly solvable if we all do our part and make an effort to reduce
plastic
 consumption.
However
, governments, businesses and communities must work together to promote a
plastic
-free society.
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