What countries burn the most plastic?
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Top Countries in Plastic Pollution
India tops the chart in plastic waste generation, producing a staggering 10.2 million tons annually (equivalent to 9.3 million metric tons), which is more than twice the amount produced by the next major polluters, Nigeria and Indonesia. Although often criticized for its pollution levels, China ranks fourth in this regard but is making significant progress in waste reduction efforts, according to Velis.