10 Ways The World Of Sport Is Tackling Plastic Pollution

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Referencing successful examples from across the sports world, the guide includes key steps such as eliminating single-use plastic items, reducing the amount of plastic used,

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Plastic production has increased exponentially over the last few decades. This has fueled a plastic pollution crisis that has impacted every part of our planet with more than 11 million metric tons

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Those in sports like sailing, surfing and cliff-diving were leading the way, alarmed by the impact that plastic pollution is having on the environment in which they work and train.

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Referencing successful examples from across the sports world, it provides guidance to event organisers on creating an effective plan to reduce plastic waste. This includes key steps such as eliminating single-use plastic

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