From Bakelite to Biohazard — The Century-Long Rise of Microplastics
- Plastics are everywhere — from bottles and food wrappers to your phone and your car — because they're cheap and durable. But over time, they break down into microplastics that may harm the environment and have been linked to potential health effects
- Global plastic production exploded from 2 million tons in 1950 to over 450 million tons by 2018. Without strict limits, it could triple by 2060, worsening pollution worldwide
- The manufacturing boom was fueled by convenience and profit. Today, single-use plastics dominate, and petrochemical companies rely on them for revenue, spreading pollution even to the most remote regions
- Sunlight, water, and even tiny organisms break plastic into micro- and nanoplastics. These fragments travel through air, water, and food, and eventually end up inside your body
- Scientists are racing to redesign plastics and strengthen global policies. Greener materials, recycling incentives, and binding treaties are crucial to stopping the flow of plastic waste and protecting future generations
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