Litter across America has declined 34% since 2020, with per capita pieces dropping from 152 to 96 along roadways and waterways. Waterway litter saw the steepest decline at 45%, falling from 25.9 billion to 14.2 billion pieces.
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Study Shows Litter Declined 34% Across America Since 2020

34% Since 2020 % Litter decline
45% % Waterway litter dropped
90% % Americans with personal responsibility
93% % Americans who view it as shared responsibility
34% litter reduction
152 → 96 per capita pieces dropped