Earth Day 2024: Planet vs. Plastics
April 15, 2024
Earth Day 2024 is coming up on April 22, and this year’s theme is “Planet vs Plastics.” Plastic Facts – Did you know? The synthetic plastic was Bakelite made in 1906 by Leo Baekland in Belgium. Plastics are made from naptha, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, WaterTags: Beach, Earth Day, Florida Sea Grant, Marine Debris, Plastic Pollution, Plastics, Sustainability