Planet or Plastic?

Planet or Plastic? is National Geographic’s multiyear effort to raise awareness about the global plastic trash crisis. Come to this page often to learn more, and find out what you can do to reduce your own single-use plastics.

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Inspiring Stories to Turn the Tide

National Geographic partnered with Wattpad to empower budding writers to creatively explore the impact of plastic on the environment. More than 6,000 stories were shared from all over the world. They were all inspiring, and we have one winner.

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From the Plastics Issue

These Ice Pops Are Filled With Plastic and Other Waste

For Animals, Plastic Is Turning the Ocean Into a Minefield

We Know Plastic Is Harming Marine Life. What About Us?

The Haunting Art of Plastic Pollution

You Can Help Turn the Tide on Plastic. Here’s How.

Why We're Giving Up the Plastic Wrapper Around Our Magazine

This Machine Transforms Waste Into Walls

These Ice Pops Are Filled With Plastic and Other Waste

For Animals, Plastic Is Turning the Ocean Into a Minefield

We Know Plastic Is Harming Marine Life. What About Us?

The Haunting Art of Plastic Pollution

You Can Help Turn the Tide on Plastic. Here’s How.

Why We're Giving Up the Plastic Wrapper Around Our Magazine

This Machine Transforms Waste Into Walls

These Ice Pops Are Filled With Plastic and Other Waste

For Animals, Plastic Is Turning the Ocean Into a Minefield

We Know Plastic Is Harming Marine Life. What About Us?

The Haunting Art of Plastic Pollution

You Can Help Turn the Tide on Plastic. Here’s How.

Why We're Giving Up the Plastic Wrapper Around Our Magazine

This Machine Transforms Waste Into Walls