Read about plastic pollution, where it comes from, where it goes, and what we can do. In the middle of a pandemic and human rights movement, it’s hard to think about anything else, however, we must keep learning and moving forward. This article compiles a lot of information succinctly.

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Life in plastic, not fantastic

• Microplastics are pieces of plastic less than 5 millimeters long.
• Nanoplastics are even smaller at less than 100 nanometers in length.
• People can ingest and inhale these plastic particles from food, water and air.
• Researchers are studying whether the plastic pieces and toxicants on them can harm your health.
• To help the problem, think about buying less single-use plastic and supporting sustainable businesses.