HumanNature

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

When plastic waste accumulates in river systems, it can cause a jam that leads to the buildup of stagnant water (aka: a breeding ground for disease carrying insects). Why is plastic waste so hard to manage? What solutions are emerging to stem the accumulation of plastic waste? billion metric tons of plastic waste.

Recycling 98

Recycling Biodegradable Waste Ocean 98

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 2, 2022

Single-use plastic refers to plastic materials such as take out containers, straws, bottles and packaging that are meant to be used once and then become waste or litter. Environmental Protection Agency, nearly 36 million tons of plastic was generated in 2018 and less than 9 percent was recycled. According to the U.S.

Biodegradable 52

Biodegradable Recycling Waste 2018 52

Environmental Science

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Biodegradable : Used to describe substances and the ability of microorganisms (bacteria, algae) to break it down. Commercial Waste : Any waste material produced as a byproduct of commercial or industrial activity. Filtration : Removing solid waste and material from water in the process of wastewater treatment.

Government 52

Government Law Waste Clean Air Act 52

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 14, 2023

What we manufacture helps reduce waste, offsets the need to extract virgin resources and helps manufacturers achieve carbon reduction goals.” Air emissions would adhere to restrictions set by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. It’s just going to perpetuate using more plastics,” she said.

Waste 89

Waste Recycling Air Pollution Biodegradable 89