The plastics industry alone produces an estimated 1.8 billion metric tonnes of CO2 emissions yearly, equivalent to the carbon footprint of approximately 400 coal-fired power plants

These microplastics act as secondary emitters of greenhouse gases (GHGs), which are often overlooked and have a significant impact on the environment

https://businessday.ng/opinion/article/does-plastic-pollution-contribute-to-climate-change-unveiling-the-hidden-connection/

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