People improperly dispose of trash.
They dump or inadvertently release their garbage where it can wash along shores and in waters. And in many cases, they re reluctant to take responsibility for solid waste disposal problems by reducing, reusing and recycling their trash. For these reasons, a company that manufactures six-pack rings could shrug and walk away from marine debris, casting the blame back on its customers. Litter is a people problem, says Matt Hayden, Hi-Cone s manager of environmental affairs. That s why we spend so much time and attention with education.