On July 3, the world observes International Plastic Bag Free Day, a day to promote a reduction in the use of plastic bags. Concerned about the harm single-use plastic bags were causing to the environment, a group of organisations and individuals started the Bag Free World campaign, which is the driving force behind this effort, back in 2008. Their mission is to promote sustainable alternatives while increasing public awareness of the harmful consequences that plastic bags have on the environment, wildlife, and human health.
On July 3, the world observes International Plastic Bag Free Day, a day to promote a reduction in the use of plastic bags. Concerned about the harm single-use plastic bags were causing to the environment, a group of organisations and individuals started the Bag Free World campaign, which is the driving force behind this effort, back in 2008. Their mission is to promote sustainable alternatives while increasing public awareness of the harmful consequences that plastic bags have on the environment, wildlife, and human health.
The majority of individuals use plastic bags just once before throwing them away, which seriously pollutes the environment. According to research reports, an estimated 8 million metric tons of plastic debris are dumped into the ocean annually, endangering marine life. In response, a few cities have outlawed single-use plastic bags completely.
Plastic hurts fish and other species and puts human health at risk when it gets into the food c.