Small steps can make a big difference
...is wrapped or heated in plastic, we can limit potentially hazardous chemical exposure. Links between plastic and detrimental effects on human health are increasingly clear, with thousands of harmful chemicals...
Plastic is a health hazard โ our choices can prevent harm
...says the links between plastic and detrimental effects on human health are increasingly clear, and projected growth in plastic production brings ever greater urgency to this issue. Pollution at every...
El Nido Resorts: pioneering sustainable tourism
...harmful effects of plastic pollution. Plastics collected from the cleanups are diverted to their local Materials Recovery Facility for upcycling. In tandem, a social media campaign worked to encourage mindful...
At School
...waste, but you can change that. By getting your school on board and educating them about the effects of plastic pollution, you can make a huge difference. To start with,...
Donโt believe the headlines: We can still choose to refuse single-use plastic
...is a respiratory virus: Wash your hands, don’t touch your face, cover your coughs.”” In answer to questions about the safety of buying unpackaged fruit and vegetables and whether we...
Engaging co-workers
...the plastics that the organisation buys. For example, your company may be able to eliminate disposable cups, avoid individually wrapped mints, and provide cups and containers to workers or clients....
At the school canteen
...great ideas. When finding alternatives, it’s best to avoid other single-use products, such as cardboard, bamboo, or ‘compostable plastics’. Instead, swap items for reusable alternatives, such as ceramic mugs, stainless...
How WMRC initiated Plastic Free July in the community
...year and shared it with the community. These included talks, cooking workshops to empower people to DIY more and buy less, and movie nights. “One of the best events we...
Brookfield Properties: Walking the talk on its plastic avoidance journey
...hospitality venues are now recycling and use fewer bottles by buying in bulk. The installation of a “wet umbrella dryer” has provided a great alternative to single-use plastic umbrella bags....
Sharonโs family avoid pesky plastic with some DIY creativity
...cheaper than going and buying it from the shops,” Sharon said. “The items I make last longer and I know what ingredients are going into them! I also don’t have...