The Cost of Convenience
Examining the Environmental Impact of Single-Use Plastics. In the United States alone, we use over 500 million straws per day, enough to circle the earth 2.5 times and plastic pollution has become a global crisis, with an estimated 8 million tons of plastic waste entering the ocean every year.
The Cost of Convenience
Examining the Environmental Impact of Single-Use Plastics. In the United States alone, we use over 500 million straws per day, enough to circle the earth 2.5 times and plastic pollution has become a global crisis, with an estimated 8 million tons of plastic waste entering the ocean every year.
Transportation is a Key Factor in Combatting Climate Change
In the United States, transportation is responsible for approximately 28% of greenhouse gas emissions. This makes it the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in the country. The majority of these emissions come from the burning of fossil fuels in cars, trucks, and other vehicles.