Reduce the Use of Plastics

Summary: Reduce Plastic waste

Description

Help end plastic waste

Turn the tide, one choice at a time. Every bit helps. Together, around the world, hundreds of millions of people are choosing not to use single-use plastics by switching to durable reusable items, avoiding packaging and using recyclable and compostable materials.

Together, we are a stronger force to turn the tide on plastic pollution.

Deep Dive

Steps to Take

General Steps

1. Take your own reusable bags wherever you go.
2. Bring your own leftover containers to restaurants.
3. Bring your reusable coffee cup to your local coffee shop to fill.
4. Encourage the use of compostable and recyclable takeout containers in restaurants.
5. Find plastic free alternatives when you buy fruit and veggies.
6. Refuse plastic straws and BYO reusable alternatives.
7. BYO reusable water bottles.
8. Plan ahead and avoid pre-packaged bread, rolls and baked goods.
9. Avoid pre-packaged foods by choosing bulk or loose food.
10. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle for a better planet.