Today’s Solutions: February 22, 2026

Around Europe, there’s been a recent crackdown on plastics. These efforts are a positive sign that our relationship with plastic is changing, but it’s still not enough. According to the Ocean Conservancy, five countries in Asia are still dumping more plastic into the ocean than the rest of the world combined. The situation isn’t hopeless though. There are many ways that plastic waste can be cut in Asia and around the world. Here are some ways you can help out in this.

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