Plastic impacts

Plastic Waste in Land and Marine Environments

Plastic pollution affects both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems:

Marine Impacts

• Ocean gyres and garbage patches
• Marine animal entanglement
• Ingestion by sea life
• Coral reef damage

Terrestrial Impacts

• Soil contamination
• Wildlife habitat destruction
• Groundwater pollution
• Landfill overflow

Coastal Effects

• Beach pollution
• Mangrove damage
• Coastal wildlife harm
• Tourism impact

Food Chain Effects

• Bioaccumulation
• Microplastic ingestion
• Toxic chemical transfer
• Ecosystem disruption

Economic Impact

• Tourism losses
• Fishing industry damage
• Cleanup costs
• Property value reduction

These impacts demonstrate the urgent need to address plastic pollution in all environments.