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Manage Plastic Wastage To Save Environment

Plastic wastage is a growing problem for the world with the passage of time. The negative impacts of Plastic on environment and Human health are - - Respiratory issues are increasing because of Air pollution from burning plastics. - Animal lifespans are reduced because of consuming plastic. - Littered plastic is clogging drains and causing floods. - Unmanaged plastic is contaminating our precious oceans and waterways. Something can and must be done since there are many ways to curb plastic waste - By producing less, consuming less and better managing existing waste to prevent contamination or leakage. While solutions may vary, policy solutions, i ncreased awareness and improved design & disposal processes among others, are critical to changing behaviour & better managing plastic waste. Following are the five interesting interventions that address plastic waste from various aspects of society - 1) Better Holistic Waste Management System -  The Maldives is known for its C