Plastic Pollution: Science, Policy, and Solutions

Plastic has transformed modern life due to its durability, affordability, and versatility, but these same qualities have made it a major global pollutant. Plastic waste contaminates oceans, mountains, food, and air, posing serious environmental and health risks. This book explores plastic pollution from its chemical origins to global governance, covering its environmental behavior, ecological and human health impacts, industry economics, policy challenges, and innovative technological, regu...