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Hand holding a jar of plastic pellets. Marsh reeds are in the background.
Katie Abare | Charleston Surfrider | Used by permission

Beyond plastic

Protect Illinois’ waters from plastic pellet pollution

Turtles, birds and fish need lakes, rivers and streams free from microplastic pollution.

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