How to Reduce Environmental Pollution by Creating a New Material to Replace Plastic is a little problem solver book by Walter the Educator that belongs to the Little Problem Solver Books Series. Collect more books at WaltertheEducator.com. The prevalence of plastic in everyday life is undeniable. From packaging and containers to automotive parts and electronics, plastic has become an essential part of the modern economy. However, the durability and convenience of plastic come with a significant environmental cost. Each year, millions of tons of plastic waste are discarded into the environment, where they accumulate in landfills and oceans, wreaking havoc on ecosystems and wildlife. Moreover, plastics are typically derived from non-renewable fossil fuels, contributing to carbon emissions during their production and disposal.