The Linear Production of Plastic and the Unintended Consequences it Poses to the Flow of Nature in Tampa Bay
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2022
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Keyhole Press
Abstract
Plastic consumption continues to increase exponentially, yet there
is a finite number of resources on Earth. The model of plastic production is
unsustainable as plastic continues to be discarded, invading the entire world.
The insufficient management of plastic waste causes plastics to storm marine
systems. Marine ecosystems are immensely impacted by the pollution of
plastic. Marine species directly interact with plastic debris negatively affecting
their vitality. Additionally, as plastic flows through water, microplastic
particles are formed. Microplastic particles carry potentially harmful organic
chemicals that pose a threat to not only marine species but also humans.
An increase in government involvement regarding waste reduction is needed
to hold companies accountable for their own waste by shifting to a circular
economy. A circular economy on a federal level would significantly reduce
the stress marine environments are facing and would diminish the effects of
overconsumption.
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Recommended citation: Furce, Amber. "The Linear Production of Plastic and the Unintended Consequences it Poses to the Flow of Nature in Tampa Bay." Royal Road, 2022. https://doi.org/10.48497/7V0T-C886
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Plastic, Pollution, Circular economy, Marine environments, Microplastics
Citation
Furce, Amber. "The Linear Production of Plastic and the Unintended Consequences it Poses to the Flow of Nature in Tampa Bay." Royal Road, 2022. https://doi.org/10.48497/7V0T-C886