The problem statement is improper disposal of plastic wastes and underutilization of plastic wastes.the rate at which Plastic wastes are affecting our water bodies and natural environment is alarming.
In my community,improper disposal of plastic wastes in water bodies has led to contamination of the water bodies leading to water borne diseases on a rise in my community.
Thousands of people are affected by the problems that improper disposal brings about.
Statistics by the ministry of sanitation and water resources states that every year about 12million tonnes of Plastic wastes are found in our ocean and 5.5 million tonnes are currently in our sea beds.
Statistics shows that 3500tonnes wastes are generated daily and 350 tonnes are plastic wastes.
Factors contributing to the increase in plastic pollution is improper disposal and underutilization of plastic wastes.