Are you prepared to stop pollution?

Litter consists of waster products such as containers, papers and wrappers which have been disposed of without consent. 

Litter can harm the environment in a number of different ways. It is a breeding ground for disease-causing insects and rodents. Its "ugliness" damages the appearance of scenic environments. 

Open containers such as paper cups or beverage cans can hold rainwater, providing breeding locations for mosquitoes which have been known to spread diseases such as Malaria.

Uncollected litter can attract more, flowing into streams, storm water, drainage systems, local bays and  estuaries. About 18% of litter, usually traveling through storm water systems, ends up in local streams, rivers, and waterways.

About 80% of the debris found in the oceans comes from land-based sources. Animals may get trapped or poisoned with litter in their habitats. 

Cigarette butts and filters are a threat to wildlife and have been found in the stomachs of fish, birds and whales, who have mistaken them for food. 

It often takes a long time before litter from the environment disappears. You can see a chart of how long litter affects the environment in the following images.

Are you prepared to stop pollution?