Inspired by Power of One Outreach Join us for a neighborhood Clean up this April to celebrate this years Earth Day.
Share flyer with your neighbors and have fun spring cleaning your neighborhood together.
Open to everyone! Lets Keep Clifton Beautiful!
What are the Most Commonly-Littered Items?
Litter can take a variety of forms, but some items are littered more frequently than others. Researchers found that the most littered items include:
- Cigarette butts
- Food wrappers
- Plastic bottles
- Disposable cups
- Grocery bags
- Straws
- Beverage cans
- Tire and vehicle debris
Litter Causes Pollution
As litter degrades, chemicals and microparticles are released. These chemicals aren’t natural to the environment and can, therefore, cause a number of problems. For example, cigarette butts can contain chemicals such as arsenic and formaldehyde. These poisons can make their way into the soil and freshwater sources, impacting both humans and animals. In fact, 60% of water pollution is attributed to litter.
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