Reflection

Reflection

I got the opportunity to visit a bay area in New York; observing the water, I started to notice the significant amount of litter scattered around. It wasn’t something I immediately noticed, but rather something that become increasingly obvious as I focused on the details of the surrounding landscape. I decided to visit a second waterfront location, this time closer to the city, and noticed a similar trend. Litter existed, which was a clear and upfront indication of ocean pollution happening in my very own neighborhood. This encouraged me to research various causes and consequences of ocean pollution, as well as the means of prevention. It’s astonishing just how much impact one person can make—simply by opting to use a reusable water bottle, one individual can immensely reduce their carbon footprint. I hope this film encourages viewers to consider the effect their everyday actions can have on Earth’s oceans.