How Much Plastic is in the Ocean? In this PBS episode of It’s OK To Be Smart, learn how much plastic is ending up in the ocean and the impact that has on marine animals, birds, and humans. Getting to the root of the problem, the message is clear; we can’t clean enough beaches, remove enough plastic from the sea, or heal the food-chain without adjusting how much plastic we produce. Filled with eye-opening statistics and visuals, this short video is a great learning tool and motivator for adults as well as older children to:
Review by Rachel Avalon: Unlike a lot of other news segments and videos demonstrating the staggering amount of plastic pollution in the ocean, this video is short and to the point without being totally overwhelming. In fact, this PBS episode of It’s OK To Be Smart: How Much Plastic is in the Ocean? does an incredible job at tackling a serious problem while keeping a lighter tone that’s inspiring for adults as well as younger viewers. It’s well worth watching and sharing with others, especially educators and schools.
Watch the video here.