Over 75% of the material value of recyclable plastics is lost annually. This is equivalent to $6 billion worth of plastic being used once and not recycled or reused each year.
Plastic pollution is threatening this beautiful world, causing immense harm to the natural environment and our lives. This issue cannot be ignored—we must act immediately. Plastic recycling reduces new plastic production and carbon emissions while protecting the natural environment. For the Earth and for future generations, let us take concrete action today to protect our precious home.
World Bank: Southeast Asia Has Become a Hotspot for Plastic Pollution and Must Transition to a Circular Economy Model A series of studies by the World Bank indicate that in Thailand, the Philippines, and Malaysia.