take a pick on how much plastic is in your phone or tablet?
About 40% is plastic, and usually non-recycled.
We probably can't live a normal life without our devices these days, but besides giving them a very long life, we can also consider other more ethical options, like the fairphone.
We have designed this facts & data project in a visual and interactive way, to help everyone understand the extent of plastic pollution. Increasing awareness is key to drive change and to find solutions for preserving our oceans. Because preserving our oceans is essential to preserve our own species.
Plastic pollution has been around only since the 1950s, it has been incredibly useful for many human needs, mostly for it's quality of long-lasting. But that exact quality has made it the most dangerous material for biodiversity when it comes to public waste. Here we put together data from the latest research to help everyone of us see the reality of the problem and also to start being part of the solution, at whatever scale suits your personal lifestyle.
Check out the credits and data sources page to learn more. And please tell us what you think through twitter or instagram via our sibling project: colorme.life
Besides causing a lot of pain and death to marine species, plastic pollutants are now about everywhere in our planet, carrying many health risks to us too.
Based on data from urban locations, specifically intercity bus terminal.
Where does your plastic go, dear land neighbour?
