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![Your Plastic is not being Recycled [Infographic] | ecogreenlove](https://ecogreenlove.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/06102019_plasticnotrecycled-1.jpg?w=888&h=360&crop=1)
Most of the plastic marked for recycling is never actually recycled, but few people know that. Plastic pollution is a global problem that requires world wide attention to solve.
Plastic pollution is a problem that requires collective action to solve, and the first part of it is letting people know the problem exists. The goal of this infographic –designed by Austin DiLorenzo– is to mass disseminate reasons and solutions.
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Plastic pollution poses a threat to human health and harms and kills marine life. Scientists estimate that if we don’t change our ways, the ocean will have more plastic by weight than fish by 2050.
The primary direct threats that single-use plastic poses to marine life are entanglement and ingestion. Many marine animals accidentally mistake plastic for food and choke or get sick by ingesting it. These interactions with plastic are often fatal. Additionally, plastic pollution damages and alters habitats, and can have substantial negative impacts on local economies. More than 80% of marine litter comes from land-based sources and businesses and governments spend billions on cleaning up litter. Fortunately, plastic pollution is already widely accepted as an urgent problem that we need to and can address. Avoiding the use of single-use disposable plastic items like bags, straws, and bottles is one tangible way for individuals and communities to help. Together we can solve this problem and create a more sustainable society.
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![How different States' Commutes affect our Climate (USA) [Infographic] | ecogreenlove](https://ecogreenlove.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/06062019_statescommutes.jpg?w=888&h=360&crop=1)
It’s no secret carpooling is good for the environment, but in major cities where life moves quickly, it’s not always possible. People keep different schedules, work on opposite sides of town, or simply prefer to commute alone. The emerging popularity of electric vehicles has helped to alleviate the burden of vehicular carbon dioxide emissions, but are people making the shift to lower their carbon footprint when they can’t carpool?
The states in which commuters most commonly drive alone to work are some of the states with the fewest electric vehicles. This combination leads to a substantial carbon footprint. Below is a breakdown of the states creating the biggest impacts — both positive and negative — on the environment.
With gas-powered cars and trucks accounting for one-fifth of America’s total carbon dioxide emissions, a small change, such as driving with a coworker, working remotely more often, or switching to a hybrid or electric vehicle, can contribute to a major change! Read on to see where each state stands.
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Many believe that going green and saving money are two activities that don’t go hand in hand. There is a common misconception that eco-friendly products and lifestyle swaps are inherently more expensive, but that is far from the case. There are countless ways in which we can participate in a more environmentally sound life, while saving money along the way. Credit.com created this thorough guide that outlines simple life swaps that not only save the planet, but save our wallets too. From shopping to pet care to home maintenance, consult the below visual to see how you can save money each year while going green.
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![Guide to Laundry and make your Clothes last longer [Infographic] | ecogreenlove](https://ecogreenlove.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/05152019_laundryguide.jpg?w=888&h=360&crop=1)
Are your clothes starting to look a little worse for wear? Unfortunately, this is something that happens to the best of us with a shocking 87% of people ‘unsure how to wash their clothes properly.’ So much so that this poor laundry habit ruins an average of 10 pieces of clothing, per person every year. Which shows that even if you choose to buy more eco-friendly clothing, you may be ruining them through unruly washing habits.
Workwear Giant have created the ultimate beginner’s guide to laundry. Read on to discover more.
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