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Taming Plastic

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Author : Albert Bates
language : en
Publisher: GroundSwell Books
Release Date : 2020-01-24

Taming Plastic written by Albert Bates and has been published by GroundSwell Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-24 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.

Plastics were created to last forever and that's the problem. It's estimated that by 2050, there will be more pounds of plastic in our oceans than pounds of fish. Young people will be uniquely impacted by environmental pollution in the future. This book describes how plastics are made, explains why they are such an enormous problem for the environment, and examines why this problem has reached a crisis point and what can be done to clean it up. Kids are also informed about the creative solutions that visionary people across the planet are using to curb plastic waste. And they are encouraged to take personal responsibility for solving this global problem and see how they can cut down on their use of plastic.

Taming Plastic

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Author : Albert Bates
language : en
Publisher: GroundSwell Books
Release Date : 2020-03

A primer on plastics for middle schoolers, with information on how plastics are made, what an enormous problem they are for the environment and what can be done to clean them up.

Life Without Plastic

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Author : Jay Sinha
language : en
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
Release Date : 2017-12-12

Life Without Plastic written by Jay Sinha and has been published by Page Street Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-12-12 with House & Home categories.

After the birth of their son, Jay Sinha and Chantal Plamondon set out on a journey to eliminate plastic baby bottles as the Canadian government banned BPA. When they found it was difficult to procure glass baby bottles, Jay and Chantal made it their mission to not only find glass and metal replacements for plastic, but to make those products accessible to the public as well. Printed on wood-free FSC (sustainable certified) paper and with BPA-free ink, Life Without Plastic strives to create more awareness on the issue of BPA, polycarbonates and other single-use plastics, and provides readers with safe, reusable and affordable alternatives. While plastic has its uses in technology, medical and some products around the home, certain single-use plastics release chemicals when put in contact with food and water. These disposable plastics are also found in produce and cleaning products. Jay and Chantal show readers how to analyze their personal plastic use, find alternatives and create easy replacements in this step-by-step guide. Get your family healthier, spread consciousness and create positive reflection on you for helping the environment by taking action.

Plastic Ocean

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Author : Charles Moore
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2011-10-27

Plastic Ocean written by Charles Moore and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-10-27 with Science categories.

The researcher who discovered the Great Pacific Garbage Patch—and remains one of today's key advocates for plastic pollution awareness—inspires a fundamental rethinking of the modern Plastic Age. In 1997, environmentalist Charles Moore discovered the world's largest collection of floating trash—the Great Pacific Garbage Patch ("GPGP")—while sailing from Hawaii to California. Moore was shocked by the level of pollution that he saw. And in the last 20 years, it's only gotten worse—a 2018 study has found that the vast dump of plastic waste swirling in the Pacific Ocean is now bigger than France, Germany, and Spain combined—far larger than previously feared. In Plastic Ocean, Moore recounts his ominous findings and unveils the secret life of plastics. From milk jugs and abandoned fishing gear to polymer molecules small enough to penetrate human skin and be unknowingly inhaled, plastic is now suspected of contributing to a host of ailments, including infertility, autism, thyroid dysfunction, and certain cancers. An urgent call to action, Plastic Ocean's sobering revalations have been embraced by activists, concerned parents, and anyone alarmed by the deadly impact and implications of this man-made environmental catastrophe.

Plastic Pollution

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Author : Geof Knight
language : en
Publisher: Raintree
Release Date : 2013-06-06

Plastic Pollution written by Geof Knight and has been published by Raintree this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-06-06 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.

How do plastics harm the environment and our health? Is there really a Great Pacific Garbage Patch? If so, can it be cleaned up? This book answers these questions and also asks readers to consider whether or not they would be willing to use less plastic.

Turning The Tide On Plastic

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Author : Lucy Siegle
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2018-07-26

Turning The Tide On Plastic written by Lucy Siegle and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-26 with Nature categories.

Enough plastic is thrown away every year to circle the world 4 times More than 8 million tonnes of plastic enter the oceans each year 300 million tonnes of new plastic is produced every year An estimated 15-51 trillion pieces of plastic now litter the world's oceans 38.5 million plastic bottles are used every day in the UK A million plastic bottles are used per minute around the world 500 million plastic straws are used per year Without big action, at the current rate, pieces of plastic will outnumber fish in the ocean by 2050. That is the legacy we are leaving our children and grandchildren. Plastic flows into our lives from every direction and most of it is not recycled. Instead it is incinerated or ends up in landfill, where it will sit for hundreds of years, or enters the world's seas where it fragments into tiny pieces to become microplastics - the environmental scourge of our times. Many of us had assumed that governments, brands and waste authorities were dealing with plastic on our behalf. But the impact of shows such as Blue Planet along with national beach cleans and high-profile campaigns have resulted in a collective wake-up call. If there were plans and strategies, they have not worked as we imagined. It would be easy to feel despondent but instead we need to turn our anger and emotion into action, starting by making a big dent in our own enormous consumption. Turning the tide on Plastic is here just in time. Journalist, broadcaster and eco lifestyle expert Lucy Siegle provides a powerful call to arms to end the plastic pandemic along with the tools we need to make decisive change. It is a clear-eyed, authoritative and accessible guide to help us to take decisive and effective personal action. Because this matters. When it comes to single-use plastics, we are habitual users, reaching out for plastic water bottles, disposable coffee cups, plastic straws and carrier bags multiple times a day. If only 12 of us adopt Lucy's 'reduce, rethink, refill, refuse' approach, we could potentially ditch 3K-15K single items of plastic in a year. When we consider our power as influencers - whether at school, the hairdressers, at work or on the bus - we suddenly become part of something significant. So now is the time to speak up, take action and demand the change you want to see in the ocean, in the supermarket aisles and on the streets. It's time to turn the tide on plastic, and this book will show you how.

Plastic Planet

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Author : Georgia Amson-Bradshaw
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2020-11-26

Plastic Planet written by Georgia Amson-Bradshaw and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-26 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.

Plastic Planet offers young readers the perfect, non-alarmist introduction to Earth's plastic crisis Plastic pollution is now found in every environment on Earth, from the deepest oceans to the driest deserts and the most remote ice sheets. Plastic Planet offers readers aged 8 and up a look at plastic through the ages, exploring what it is, how it's made and how we have become so dependent on it in a single-use, disposable world. It highlights the social inequality of plastic pollution and explores how plastic has become a widespread and dangerous pollutant that is inextricably linked to climate change. The book looks ahead to possible solutions to our plastic crisis, from global changes such as changing people's mindsets, to innovations such as compostable plastics, to practical solutions such as recycling and bottle return schemes.

Transforming Plastic From Pollution To Evolution

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Author : Albert Bates
language : en
Publisher: GroundSwell Books
Release Date : 2019-05-07

Transforming Plastic From Pollution To Evolution written by Albert Bates and has been published by GroundSwell Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-05-07 with Nature categories.

The scourge of plastic has poisoned our environment and damaged our health. In this timely book, Albert Bates takes a critical look at the magnitude of this ubiquitous problem, and explains that what is needed is mandatory economic and industrial changes so that recycled, bio-sourced, and biodegradable plastic become more cost-effective than plastic made from fossil fuels. He also explores current worldwide efforts for stronger regulations and better waste management, along with exciting new biological and man-made technologies for improved plastics disposal and viable alternatives . Packed with anecdotes and tips for living with less plastic, it is clearly defined that if we take real action now there is the potential of hope.

You Are Eating Plastic Every Day

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Author : Danielle Smith-Llera
language : en
Publisher: Informed!
Release Date : 2020-07-09

You Are Eating Plastic Every Day written by Danielle Smith-Llera and has been published by Informed! this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07-09 with Food contamination categories.

Scientists have recently started studying plastic pollution and our food supply. And, make no mistake, you are eating microscopic pieces of plastic everyday. What does it mean for our health? And what can you do about it? Students will get practical tips on how they can get involved and become part of the solution.

Say No To Plastic

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Author : Harriet Dyer
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2018-09-13

Say No To Plastic written by Harriet Dyer and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-13 with Nature categories.

We’ve reached an environmental crisis point with plastic, and it’s time to take action. But is it possible to make positive changes without radically changing your lifestyle? Absolutely! This practical book suggests eco-friendly alternatives to plastic, including budget options, high-street substitutes and DIY ideas to help you drastically reduce your plastic consumption. With 101 simple ways to use less plastic, you’ll find it easy to take the first step and make a difference.

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