Ocean Pollution
Impact on marine life
Plastic causes the death of one million marine animals per year
Impact on people
Microplastics enter the food chain, endangering health.
Ecological consequences
Degradation of coral reefs, pollution of fish breeding grounds.
Links to resources
Links to resources UNEP, WWF or Ocean Cleanup websites.
The Mediterranean Sea has one of the highest concentrations of microplastics in the world (source: WWF).
Every year, 8 million tons of plastic end up in the oceans” (source: UN Environment Programme).
Microplastics make up 92% of plastic waste in the seas, endangering marine life” (source: IUCN).
Tips for reducing waste
- Use reusable bottles
- Avoid single-use plastics
- Recycle properly and in an informed manner