While balloon releases can seem like a beautiful and celebratory gesture, they have significant negative impacts on the environment and wildlife. The balloons, once released, can travel long distances and eventually end up as litter. They don't biodegrade quickly, so they remain in the environment for a long time.
Animals often mistake deflated balloons and their attachments for food, leading to ingestion and potentially fatal blockages. In addition, animals can become entangled in the balloon strings, causing injury or death.
Furthermore, balloon releases can contribute to air pollution. The helium used to inflate balloons is a non-renewable resource, and its release into the atmosphere is not environmentally friendly.
In many places, balloon releases are also illegal due to their environmental impact. Therefore, as an event planner, it is crucial to consider more environmentally friendly alternatives to celebrate or commemorate an occasion.