Summary of The Problem

Plastic bags are wasteful, hurt our ecosystems, and are unfortunately everywhere.

Every year, 500 billion to 1 trillion of these bags are consumed worldwide. Because only 1 in every 200 bag is ever recycled, almost all of them are discarded and enter our landfills, get blown everywhere, and float around in our oceans. Because plastic bags don't decompose well, their toxic elements seep into our soils, lakes, rivers, and oceans. They harm land, air, and sea creatures. And because they can take 400 to 1000 years to break down, they can do a lot of damage for a very long time.

Benefits of not using plastic bags:

• Conserves natural resources.
• Reduces waste.
• Cleans up our lands and seas.
• Helps our air and sea creatures.
• Helps us!

Plastic Bag Consumption Facts

Plastic Bag Environmental Impact Facts