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Planet vs. Plastics

Guide to accompany book display for Earth Day 2024 theme of Planet vs. Plastics.

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According to the United Nations Fast Facts: "Plastics are the largest, most harmful and most persistent fraction of marine litter, accounting for at least 85% of total marine waste. Plastic packaging is the reason for the majority (36%) of plastic production. 46% of plastic waste is landfilled, 22% becomes litter, 17% is incinerated and 15% is collected for recycling, with less than 9% actually recycled after losses."