Hot Topics: Plastic Pollution

Plastic, a fairly new material, is incredibly useful. From computers to lightweight containers and insulation, plastic seems to be used in just about everything we use and has clearly made all our lives easier. So what's the problem? It's not easy to recycle it effectively and it takes a long time to break down naturally. Because of this, it builds up and causes terrible pollution. Nowhere is this more obvious than in our oceans, where bits of plastic have gathered to form massive garbage patches, putting wildlife at great risk. This book explains the kind of pollution plastic is causing and explores ways it might be reduced in the future.
Hot Topics is a sophisticated but accessible series for teens that tackles many of the issue of the day by taking an in-depth look at the issue, what it means to the people involved and society as a whole, and the various arguments and controversies on how to best deal with the issue.