Donald Trump's recent executive order promoting plastic straws marks a significant setback in combating plastic pollution, which poses grave threats to marine life. Despite his claims, experts assert that plastic waste has deadly consequences for oceanic creatures. With over 359 million tonnes of plastic produced annually, a substantial amount finds its way into the oceans. Recent estimates reveal a staggering 171 trillion pieces of plastic have infiltrated marine environments, affecting every corner of the ocean. The emphasis on coastal areas illustrates the urgent need for effective strategies to address this escalating crisis.
The return of the straw is a big step back and shows the world that the US will not be progressive in this arena.
Plastic accumulates over hundreds of years, so any slowing of the pace of reducing plastic leakage into the environment will have an impact on marine life.
Each year, humanity churns out an estimated 359 million tonnes of plastic to make bags, straws, packaging, and all the conveniences of modern life.
The worst hotspots for plastic are coastal areas, particularly those near rivers that emit large quantities of plastic waste into the ocean.
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