How Many Plastic Bags Are Used Annually?

While plastic has many valuable uses, unknowingly we have become so used to the single-use plastic products that we are ignoring the severe environmental, social, economic and health consequences it has.

Around the world, one million plastic bottles are purchased every minute, while up to five trillion plastic bags are used worldwide every year. In total, half of all plastic produced is designed for single-use purposes – used just once and then thrown away.

And if you thought these were recyclable, you are mistaken....less that 1% of plastic waste is actually recycled. It's time for us to take action. Start using eco-friendly jute, cotton , canvas or juco bags.

Click on the link below to see how many plastic bags are getting produced now LIVE!

https://www.theworldcounts.com/challenges/waste/plastic-bags-used-per-year