Badung, Bali, June 10 -- The world is facing three interrelated problems: climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution-all of which threaten both Earth and humanity.

These three issues are closely linked to plastic pollution, which was the focus of World Environment Day 2025, observed on June 5.

Plastic pollution harms ecosystems and ultimately leads to the death of flora and fauna. Damage to ecosystems-especially those with significant carbon storage capacity, such as mangroves-is one of the factors contributing to the Earth's rising surface temperature.

Plastics make up the second-largest segment of discarded materials in Indonesia after food waste. According to the National Waste Management Information System (SIPSN), plastic wa...