Plastic pollution is wreaking havoc on the world’s oceans, with millions of tons of plastic waste entering the water each year. In 2025, the situation has reached critical levels, with entire ecosystems at risk from the accumulation of plastic debris. Marine animals, including fish, sea turtles, and seabirds, are being harmed by ingesting or becoming entangled in plastic waste.

The vast garbage patches, such as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, are growing larger, and the plastic particles are breaking down into microplastics, which are entering the food chain and threatening human health. The widespread presence of plastics in the oceans is also damaging coral reefs, which are vital for marine biodiversity.

Governments and environmental groups are ramping up efforts to address ocean pollution by banning single-use plastics, improving waste management systems, and promoting the use of biodegradable alternatives. However, experts warn that the issue is too vast for any single solution and that global cooperation is needed to tackle the growing crisis.