Canada’s Plastic Waste Problem: Are We Doing Enough?

While the scale of plastic waste may seem overwhelming, efforts are underway to tackle the issue.

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Canadians discard nearly 8 million pieces of plastic daily, much of which ends up polluting lakes, parks, and oceans. The country generates around 3.3 million tons of plastic waste annually, yet less than 10% is successfully recycled. The rest accumulates in landfills, drifts through waterways, or is exported abroad, often contributing to further environmental damage.

While the scale of plastic waste may seem overwhelming, efforts are underway to tackle the issue. Policies banning single-use plastics and innovative recycling initiatives are beginning to take shape. However, despite these efforts, Canada still faces a significant challenge in reducing plastic waste and minimizing its environmental impact.

 Courtesy: www.msn.com

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