Plastic pollution has become an overwhelming global challenge, with annual production exceeding 400 million tonnes, half of which is intended for single-use purposes. Shockingly, less than 10 per cent of this plastic is recycled. Approximately 19-23 million tonnes of plastic find their way into lakes, rivers, and oceans. This ubiquitous material now clogs landfills, contaminates the ocean, and releases toxic fumes when burned, posing a major threat to our planet.