
Profitability and sustainability in business with plastic pollution solutions
Explore business sustainability with plastic pollution solutions. Real cases and long-term benefits await on the path to profitability with sustainability.
Are you sure you want to remove this item from cart?
Written by
on
4 minutes to read
February 2nd is World Wetlands Day, but why dedicate a day to these ecosystems? Wetlands are among Earth’s most effective natural defenses, often called “Earth’s kidneys” for their ability to clean water and support life. Covering about 12.1 million square kilometers (6% of the planet’s surface), wetlands provide essential benefits such as controlling floods, filtering water, storing carbon, and hosting diverse species1.
Despite their importance, wetlands face serious threats from human activities, including plastic pollution, climate change, and industrial development. Protecting wetlands isn’t just about saving the environment—it’s about securing a healthy planet and a better future for all.
Wetlands are disappearing fast. Over the past century, nearly 35% of global wetlands have been lost2. These losses are caused by several major threats:
Wetlands are much more than swamps or marshes—they’re essential for life on Earth. Here’s why they matter:
Plastic Bank communities are leading the fight against plastic pollution, protecting wetlands and coastal areas from harm. With over 50,000 active members, Plastic Bank focuses on areas within 50 kilometers of coastlines and wetlands in countries heavily affected by plastic waste, such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Egypt, Cameroon, and Brazil.
By collecting plastic waste before it reaches wetlands and waterways, these communities prevent hundreds of millions of kilograms of plastic from polluting fragile ecosystems. In return, collection members earn extra income and social benefits, turning waste into valuable resources. This innovative model not only reduces plastic pollution but also empowers families to find a way out of poverty while becoming environmental heroes, protecting their surroundings for future generations.
Wetlands are disappearing at an alarming rate, but we can change that. Each of us has the power to make a difference. By supporting initiatives like Plastic Bank, you can help stop plastic pollution, protect wetlands, and empower communities to create a sustainable future.Together, we can save Earth’s unsung heroes. Visit Plastic Bank to learn more and join the movement.
Explore business sustainability with plastic pollution solutions. Real cases and long-term benefits await on the path to profitability with sustainability.
Latest global data on plastic pollution by country and the solutions helping turn the tide.
Explore the journey of World Oceans Day from its 1992 inception to a global movement driving ocean conservation, highlighting impactful initiatives worldwide.
It’s been more than a week since World Oceans Day, a time when governments, corporations, and communities declare their commitment to protecting our seas. But beyond the slogans and social media filters—are we actually making progress?