How can businesses reduce plastic
Plastic is engrained into our packaging practices, and is one of the most commonly used packaging materials globally (i). Used in nearly every aspect of packaging, plastics help to create everything from pallet wrap, to mailing bags, to strapping and many more.
However, the versatility of plastic means that globally we are using it in copious amounts, resulting in large amounts of waste. Moving forward, it’s essential that industries take steps to reduce consumption.
Why is it important we reduce consumption?
Despite their usefulness in the packaging industry, in recent years plastic has gained a bad reputation for its environmental impact. The issue stems from the waste management of plastic, as we see plastic polluting our oceans, rivers and natural areas globally, having subsequent detrimental impacts to wildlife and human health. In fact, since its emergence in the 1950s, a shocking 79% of all plastic has ended up in landfills or the environment (ii).
Therefore, it is extremely important that we reduce our consumption of plastic to help combat this environmental crisis.
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