Plastic Pollution and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Test your knowledge on the topic of Plastic Pollution and its relation to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Questions
Which of the following is NOT a target of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water?
- Reduce marine pollution of all kinds, in particular from land-based activities, including marine debris and nutrient pollution
- Protect and restore ecosystems, including oceans, seas and coastal areas
- Increase the economic benefits to Small Island Developing States and Least Developed Countries from the sustainable use of marine resources, including through sustainable fisheries, aquaculture and tourism
- Increase the number of marine protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures
According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), what percentage of marine litter is plastic?
- 10%
- 30%
- 50%
- 80%
Which of the following is NOT a major source of plastic pollution in the oceans?
- Land-based sources (e.g., littering, stormwater runoff)
- Shipping and fishing activities
- Offshore oil and gas exploration and production
- Natural weathering of plastic products
What is the term used to describe the process by which plastic breaks down into smaller pieces in the environment?
- Photodegradation
- Biodegradation
- Fragmentation
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a potential impact of plastic pollution on marine life?
- Ingestion of plastic debris, leading to blockages and starvation
- Entanglement in plastic debris, causing injury or death
- Transfer of toxic chemicals from plastic to marine organisms
- None of the above
What is the primary focus of Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production?
- Reducing waste generation and promoting sustainable consumption patterns
- Promoting sustainable agriculture and food systems
- Ensuring access to affordable and sustainable energy for all
- Promoting sustainable industrialization and infrastructure development
Which of the following is NOT a target of Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production?
- Substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse
- Encourage companies to adopt sustainable practices and integrate sustainability information into their reporting
- Promote sustainable public procurement practices
- Increase the number of marine protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures
What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the amount of waste produced?
- Recycling
- Composting
- Waste reduction
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of reducing plastic pollution?
- Improved water quality
- Reduced harm to marine life
- Increased economic costs
- Improved human health
What is the term used to describe the process of reusing a product or material for the same or a different purpose?
- Recycling
- Upcycling
- Downcycling
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a potential solution to address plastic pollution?
- Reducing the production and use of single-use plastics
- Improving waste management and recycling systems
- Promoting innovation in sustainable packaging materials
- Increasing the number of marine protected areas
What is the term used to describe the process of converting waste materials into usable materials and objects?
- Recycling
- Composting
- Upcycling
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of plastic pollution on human health?
- Ingestion of microplastics through food and water
- Exposure to toxic chemicals from plastic products
- Increased risk of cancer
- Improved air quality
What is the term used to describe the process of breaking down organic matter into a nutrient-rich soil amendment?
- Recycling
- Composting
- Upcycling
- All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a target of Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities?
- Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
- Promote sustainable consumption and production patterns
- Reduce the environmental impact of cities
- Increase the number of marine protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures