Is There Really An Island Made of Plastic? 🏝️

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According to the World Bank, Trinidad and Tobago generates the most trash per capita in the world. That means each one of us here in Trinidad and Tobago pollutes more than 14 times world average. 

 Also, in 2016 the Worldatlas published an article entitled Countries Generating The Most Trash  which provided a top ten list. Sadly we cam in FIRST place!

 It is very sad to see citizens not taking care of their home. Trinidad and Tobago are two lovely little islands situated in the Caribbean. 

 You would think if you visit Trinidad and Tobago you would witness clean beaches, friendly and joyous people, the warm sun, delicious food and beautiful scenery. 



Photo source: Tara Donaldson
Photo source: Anne Elliot














All of these are true except one. Some of our beaches here are covered with plastic and styrofoam pollution. 

Location: Sealots Trinidad and Tobago. Hundreds of plastic and styrofoam waste can be seen collecting around this bay area. 
Location: Along the Sir Solomom Hochoy Highway, Trinidad and Tobago. During the flooding of the highway , those who were stranded were given meals. This is how they disposed of it. Ironic!

Location: Beetham Landfill, Trinidad and Tobago
Our beautiful island of Trinidad and Tobago is becoming an island made of plastic. 


Comments

  1. AnonymousOctober 26, 2018 at 1:33 PM

    Wow I had no idea plastic pollution was so bad in Trinidad

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  2. Devieen BedasieOctober 26, 2018 at 8:05 PM

    Damn! Plastic pollution is really bad here. But very informative blog.

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  3. UnknownOctober 27, 2018 at 7:13 AM

    How sad. Interesting post though.

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  4. Christina BOctober 28, 2018 at 12:11 AM

    Thanks for highlighting a problem that is often overlooked in Trinidad. Such an important blog!

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