Food Chain - Issue 195 - August 2023 | Page 11

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Plastic pollution has become a significant global concern , with single-use plastics and packaging waste identified as major contributors to this crisis . Currently , more than 171 trillion pieces of plastic litter our oceans and experts warn that this figure could triple by 2040 if no action is taken . Refillable packaging has emerged as a promising avenue to combat plastic pollution . The UN estimates it could help reduce plastic waste by up to 80 percent .

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