On September 5, 2025, the world reached Plastic Overshoot Day, the point where plastic waste production exceeded the planet's capacity to manage it. This milestone was announced by the Swiss research group Earth Action For Impact. The event highlights the growing crisis in global plastic pollution.
Details of the Milestone
Plastic Overshoot Day indicates that humanity's plastic waste has surpassed sustainable management levels for the year. According to Earth Action For Impact, this occurred earlier than in previous years due to increasing production and inadequate recycling infrastructure.
Implications
This overshoot contributes to environmental degradation, including ocean pollution and harm to wildlife. Experts call for urgent policy changes to reduce plastic use.
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