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Reducing plastic waste and plastic in your body can be a simple step like swapping out your hot beverage tools. 🍵 Tea bags ➡️ Grab a reusable tea bag, ball, filter, or teapot, and buy loose-leaf tea. Take your glass jar or beeswax bag to the refill counter, or go in with some friends on a giant bulk bag and share it out into your plastic-free storage containers. ☕ Hot beverage cups ➡️ Most "paper" cups are covered in a plastic coating that melts into your hot drink. If you haven't yet, gift yourself a reusable mug and keep it in your bag, car, or glued to your hand. If you forget your reusable cup, and they don't offer a drink-in option - try another place? Healthy body and planet vs slight inconvenience 💚#itsyourchoice #sustainability #ecoliving #plasticpollution #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #plasticfreejuly #climateaction #teabags #generationrestoration

Week 2 on Plastic Free July: 🌿 Plan your meals to avoid last-minute takeouts to cut down on plastic packaging. 🌿 Don't forget to carry a reusable water bottle or coffee cup for your daily beverages. 🌿 Opt for going paperless whenever possible to minimize plastic usage in items like envelopes and packaging. 🌿 Share your plastic-free journey on social media to inspire others to join the movement. 🌿 Switch to reusable or homemade cleaning products? Drop your favorite brands below to help out a fellow eco-warrior! 🌍 #PlasticFreeJuly #Sustainability #ReduceReuseRecycle

Let's make our workplace more sustainable and plastic-free! ♻️ Remember these tips: Reduce Single-Use Plastics • Bring reusable straws and cutlery instead of single-use ones. • Swap plastic wrap for beeswax or silicone wraps. • Opt for reusable plates, bowls and utensils instead of disposable ones. • Encourage bulk snacks to reduce packaging waste. Together, we can make a positive impact on the environment! 🌍 Let's do our part! #PlasticFreeJuly

In certain parts of the world, single-use plastic is being phased out with the use of bans. 🚫 Did you know that in October of 2023, the single-use plastic ban was implemented within England? Since the 1st October 2023, businesses around the UK are not permitted to sell the following single-use products: - Plates - Trays - Bowls - Cutlery - Balloon Sticks - Polystyrene Cups - Food Containers Swapped single-use to reusables and need help with your washing? Well, we're here to help! Contact us today so we can assist you with washing your reusable packaging! 🧼 #PlasticBan #Sustainability #SustainableBusiness #CircularEconomy #ReusablePackaging

Take Action for Plastic Free Future (Day 20) Not only is it healthier but making your own meals doesn’t involve takeout containers or doggy bags. For those times when you do order in or eat out, tell the establishment you don’t need any plastic cutlery or plastic carry-out bags. For some serious extra credit, bring your own food-storage containers to restaurants for leftovers. #CoastalTaskForce #Saveocean #ouroceanourfuture #PlasticFreeJuly #ChooseToRefuse #PFJ #PlasticFreeJuly2024 #reduceplasticwaste #plasticavoidance #PlasticFreeFoundation #SmallStepsBigDifference #BeatPlasticPollution #JulioSinPlastico #JulhoSemPlastico #saynotoplastic #zerowaste #recycle #savetheplante #plasticfreeliving #plasticdetox #sustainability

"While individual choices matter, meaningful change requires collective action. Advocate for sustainable practices and support businesses committed to eco-friendly initiatives." By prioritizing reusables in our daily lives, we can pave the way for a greener tomorrow, where every choice contributes to a healthier planet. Bags: Replace single-use plastic bags with reusable totes. Bottles: Opt for reusable water bottles and coffee cups. Containers: Pack lunches in reusable food containers. Napkins: Switch to cloth napkins over disposable paper ones. #universalprideinteriors #ecofriendlyliving #ecofriendlyproducts

Ditch toxic plastic: My favorite, easy, plastic-free swaps in 30 seconds. Tired of ingesting microplastics? Save list below, of plastic-free, zero waste swaps to help reduce plastic ingested. Tell us what you’d add to the list and tell us what your next swap is going to be. Ask any questions and please tell two friends to tripple your impact! 1. Glass & stainless reusable cups 2. Glass & stainless food containers 3. Hardwood cooking utensils 4. Loose tea - no tea bags 5. Reusable cutlery 6. Cloth napkins 7. Clean, refillable, laundry detergent 8. Wool dryer ball sets 9. Dish soap bars 10. Body soap bars 11. Reusable washable wipes 12. Compostable washable sponges 13. Natural bristle brushes 14. Clean, refillable beauty products 15. Clean plastic-free make-up 16. Shampoo and conditioner bars 17. Safety razor -- What else?! What’s on your list to swap?

Freebies and the connection to plastic waste Below is a picture of a set of ‘toys’ that a mid sized snack manufacturer has included in their product. This is by no means a unique activity as most ready made fast food snacks aimed at children have freebies added as part of the product. Two problems as I see with this: - this may be adding to the weight of the product reducing the weight of snack available for consumption. - these ‘toys’ are mostly single use, or not even that, and they are light and easily blown in the wind. This only adding plastic waste to communities least equipped to deal with it. This is because these are mostly cheaply priced products aimed at the corner store consumer. I believe a conversation is long overdue between teams in organisations serious about their EPR responsibilities about their freebie strategies in order to reduce their plastic waste footprint. As a consumer, making me feel guilty about wanting to, and having to disposing mindfully all the time, will only make me stop consuming the product. #marketing #salestransformation #esgstrategy #plasticpollution

🌊 #PlasticFreeJuly continues and it's all about the ripple effect! Turns out, small changes (like using reusable grocery bags) can create a big wave of positive impact on creating a healthy planet for healthy people. As we continue to recognize Plastic-Free July, let's keep the momentum going by inspiring each other to ditch single-use plastics in our daily routines. Here's how YOU can make a difference: 🛍 Become a reusable pro: Swap those flimsy plastic bags for your favorite reusable totes. Bonus points for keeping them handy in your car! 💦 Sip sustainably: Ditch bottled water and invest in a reusable water bottle you love. Staying hydrated never looked (or tasted) so good. 🎒 Pack smart: Pack lunches and snacks in reusable containers to avoid pre-packaged, plastic-laden options. 🥬 Think outside the (plastic) wrap: Skip the excessive plastic packaging when grocery shopping. Look for loose produce and items with minimal plastic packaging. 🔊 Spread the word: Share your plastic-free swaps with friends, family, and colleagues. You never know who you might inspire to join the movement! What habits have you been implementing so far? #PlasticFreeJuly #BeatPlasticPollution #Sustainability #HealthyPlanetHealthyPeople #ChampionsofChange

US business promotes refillable products In Durham, North Carolina, a local business is addressing climate change by providing an alternative to plastic containers used for household products such as soap and cleaners. Filaree offers natural soap, shampoo, and cleaners in refillable glass bottles, promoting reuse and reducing plastic waste. With a weekly production exceeding 350 gallons of natural soap, Fillaree products are available in various retailers and can be purchased online for bulk refills. Customers have three convenient options for refilling: locating one of over 70 refill stations across the United States, visiting the storefront in Durham, NC, or enjoying home refills with 0.5-gallon (2.27 litre) boxes available for subscription. The initiative has so far prevented 300,000 plastic bottles from reaching landfills in the past year, contributing to sustainability efforts in the local community. Via ThePackHub Innovation Zone #packaging #packaginginnovation #sustainability