Unfortunately, there is less emphasis on plastic recycling in Singapore compared to some other countries, like Japan and some European countries. Thus, a large amount of plastic is not recycled and ends up in landfills or litter in the ocean. This is improper disposal of plastic waste.
While most people feel that the improper disposal of plastic does not affect them, the truth is otherwise. These plastic products which go into the sea are deteriorated into harmful chemicals and microplastics. One of the toxic chemicals is BPA, and these can enter our water supply and hurt our bodies directly.
Indirect consequences can also be felt. Microplastics are small pieces of plastic remnants. Fishes and other animals can eat these microplastics, which will be stored in their bodies. When we eat these fishes, if they are not prepared properly, we may also ingest some of these microplastics, which can then harm our bodies if taken in large amounts. For those fish-lovers out there, this may be of particular concern!! Thus, for the environment and our own sakes, it would be prudent to ensure our waste is recycled as well as possible.
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