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Massive increase in plastic manufacturing from the 1950s onwards, leading to widespread environmental pollution due to its non-biodegradable nature.

Large-scale removal of trees in the Amazon, reducing biodiversity and carbon storage capabilities. Prominent since the late 20th century due to agricultural expansion.

Human-induced changes in the Earth's climate, mainly due to greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels since the Industrial Revolution.

The 1986 nuclear plant accident in Ukraine, releasing large amounts of radioactive material. It has long-lasting effects on local ecosystems and human health.

Technique to extract oil and gas from rock formations, which can lead to water contamination and earthquakes. Became widespread in the 21st century.

The expansion of urban areas into natural habitats, leading to habitat destruction and increased pollution. Became pronounced with automobile popularity in the 20th century.

Precipitation with high levels of sulfuric and nitric acids, resulting from industrial emissions. Became problematic during the 20th century with industrialization.

The depletion of fish stocks beyond sustainable levels, particularly rampant with the advent of industrial fishing in the 20th century.

A huge collection of marine debris in the North Pacific Ocean. It has grown rapidly with increased plastic use since the mid-20th century.

A period of agricultural innovation in the mid-20th century that increased productivity but also led to soil degradation and increased pesticide use.

Begun in the late 18th century, it marked the rise in fossil fuel use, leading to increased emissions of greenhouse gases contributing to climate change.

A form of surface mining that involves the mining of the summit of a mountain, causing extensive environmental disruption. Increased substantially in the late 20th century.

Humans have spread non-native species around the planet, often leading to ecological imbalances. Significant issues arose in the 19th and 20th centuries with global trade.

The thinning of the Earth's ozone layer due to industrial chemicals like CFCs, detected in the late 20th century, leading to higher UV radiation levels at the Earth's surface.