Earth Day 2024: Planet vs. Plastic

The video discusses Earth Day 2024's focus on reducing plastic use by 60% by 2040. It highlights alarming statistics on plastic waste, emphasizing that most plastics are not recyclable. The video suggests consumer actions like avoiding plastic packaging and using reusable bags. It also stresses the importance of policy changes and reuse options to combat plastic pollution, which significantly impacts marine life. The video encourages personal responsibility and highlights store incentives to reduce plastic use.

What is the target year by which a 60% reduction in plastic use is aimed?

• 2050

• 2030

• 2040

• 2025

How much of the plastic produced is designed for single-use purposes?

• One-third

• Half

• Two-thirds

• All

What percentage of plastics are recyclable in the United States?

• 30 to 35%

• 10 to 15%

• 20 to 25%

• 5 to 6%

Who is Judith Enck?

• A UN representative

• A former EPA regional administrator

• A grocery store owner

• A marine biologist

What is a simple action suggested to reduce plastic use at grocery stores?

• Avoid buying fresh produce

• Purchase bottled water

• Use reusable shopping bags

• Buy pre-packaged produce

What percentage of marine litter is accounted for by plastics?

• 60%

• 50%

• 75%

• 85%

Where was a plastic grocery bag found, highlighting the extent of plastic pollution?

• The Great Barrier Reef

• The Mariana Trench

• The Amazon River

• The Sahara Desert

What could potentially reduce plastic pollution by 80% by 2040?

• Ignoring the issue

• More single-use plastics

• Increased plastic production

• Significant policy shifts

What is one of the solutions mentioned for reducing plastic waste?

• Promoting refillable bottles

• Banning all plastics

• Ignoring recycling

• Using more plastic bags

What is the overall message of the video regarding individual actions?

• Individuals cannot make a difference

• Only governments can solve the problem

• Everyone must do their part to help the planet

• Plastic use should be increased