A new study finds that a handful of nations are responsible for the vast majority of plastic waste entering the world’s oceans. Just 10 countries account for more than 80% of all ocean-bound plastic, with the Philippines alone contributing 36% – more than any other country.
Waste management varies widely around the world, leading to vast differences in marine pollution mitigation. While less than 1% of plastic waste generated in the United States ends up in the ocean, in some countries more than 10% of plastic waste reaches the world’s oceans. A closer look at the data reveals which countries are most responsible for global plastic emissions.
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