Will you take the challenge and join the Millions of people reducing their plastic waste this July? Together we can make a difference and be a part of the solution.
Plastic has become a constant element in our lives. It's everywhere: product packaging, cosmetic ingredients, textiles, mobile phones, etc.
- Every year, 500 billion plastic bottles are produced worldwide.
- In 2020 we will generate more than 500 million tonnes of plastic, 900% more than in 1980.
- Plastic in the ocean is already more than 150 million tons of waste.
- By 2050, they could contain more plastics than fish.
- Each year around eight million tons of plastic ends up in our seas and oceans.
DO YOU WANT TO HELP SAVE THE PLANT BY REDUCING YOUR PLASTICS CONSUMPTION?
The first thing you can do is join the global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution – so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities.
Sign up here and be a part of this amazing movement https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/take-the-challenge/
HERE ARE SOME TIPS FROM US OF WAYS TO REDUCE YOUR PLASTICS CONSUMPTION.
- Avoid using drinking through plastic straws.
- Use reusable coffees cups and water bottles.
- Why not try using alternatives to tampons and pads and buy reusable plastic free options.
- When shopping don’t forget a cloth bag.
- Replace plastic Tupperware for glass conatiners.
- Pay attention and make sure you put your plastic in the correct recycling container.
- Choose to reuse and give some of the packaging a new purpose.
- Buy more bulk and fewer packaged products
- Swap liquid soap for bar soaps.
- Make those around you aware of the importance of reducing the consumption of plastic.
To find more plastic free ideas take the challenge and join
Plastic Free July.