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When plastic first emerged in the 1900s, it was a game-changer! Its versatility made affordable mass production of many products possible. It propelled humanity into a new era of progress. From lifesaving medical innovations to the tech gadgets, plastic plays a crucial role. However, our love affair with plastic took a dive as we began to OVERUSE it in consumer goods. Today, we produce a staggering 400 million tons of plastic annually. Shockingly, half of this plastic is used just once before being discarded, creating a waste crisis. As a result, a disturbing amount of plastic pollutes our precious oceans. If we don't act, experts predict we’ll end up having more plastic than fish in our oceans by 2050. But we hold the power to change this narrative. Here is how everyone can help. 🔶 Cut down on single-use plastics and embrace reusable bags, bottles, and containers to reduce your plastic footprint. 🔶 Back businesses championing sustainable packaging and recycling initiatives. 🔶 Take part in community clean-ups to rid our waterways and beaches of plastic waste. We can make a difference! #sustaibability #personalsustainability 🎥: exploradoresciclos2018 (Imagur)

Thoughtful post by Tahmina Day, MBA, CERP. While our forefather have invented plastics in the past to create much conveniences that we take for granted today. It will be our generation to understand that plastics is creating a myraid of problem that will be a major health risk for ourselves and all animals on earth. Nanoplastics are already found in our blood streams. Even though there are still research being done to understand long term effects on our health (e.g. blood clots and other issues), it is nevertheless already present in our bodies and I am sure in all living beings (air, sea and land). It is therefore our moral responsiblity to work together to create better alternatives to plastics. It can be done if we focus on working together, drop our egos and understand that there is nothing more important that life on this planet. Our environmental problem is bigger than any arguements that lead to proxy war and disagreements. We only have one planet, we can choose to make a different - each and every one of us. #plasticproblem #globalproblem #personalresponsiblity #weareone #oceanhealth #micorplastics #nanoplastics

🌿 Plastic Free July at Evergreen Labs: Mission Possible! 🌿 Throughout the Plastic Free July challenge at Evergreen Labs, we've proven that changing our behavior and raising awareness about reducing single-use plastic is far from a “Mission Impossible.” Behavior Changes: 🛒 By closely monitoring our purchases, we’ve stopped using plastic. We've started ordering and delivering food without plastic packaging, bringing our own sustainable bags and containers to vendors. ♻️ We’ve also segregate our waste at the source, making recycling easier and reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills. Increasing Awareness: 🌍 We identified and eliminated all single-use plastics in our workplace, replacing them with sustainable alternatives for everyday use. 🔄 We see plastic waste as a valuable recyclable material rather than trash. Refusing and reducing single-use plastics is not hard—it's entirely possible. It's our choice to make an impact and protect the environment. Let's continue making sustainable choices and save our planet! 💚♻️ #EvergreenLabs #EGL #CircularEconomy #EvergreenLabsVietnam #Sustainability #SustainableFuture #BuildingCommunity #SustainablePartnership

🌍 Happy International Plastic Bag Free Day! 🛍️♻️ Today, July 3, we celebrate a global initiative to reduce the use of single-use plastic bags and protect our environment. 🐠🐢 Did you know that we use 1 million plastic bags every minute worldwide? 😮 Most of these end up as waste, with 8 million metric tons of plastic entering our oceans each year. 🌊 Let's make a change together! 💪 Here's how you can participate: 1. Say no to single-use plastic bags 🙅♀️ 2. Bring your own reusable bags when shopping 🛍️ 3. Encourage others to do the same! 🗣️ As individuals and businesses, we can all contribute to a cleaner, greener planet. 🌿 Join the conversation using #InternationalPlasticBagFreeDay and let's work towards a more sustainable future! 🌍💚

#MondayMotivation Did you know? 🌍 July is the month of fight against plastic! 🌿 ♻️Plastic waste is a massive problem for our planet; it harms wildlife, pollutes the ocean, soil, and air, and has a negative impact on human health. ✅ Here are some simple ways you can join us and do your part to protect the environment: ◼ Say no to single-use plastics: Replace single-use items like plastic bags, utensils, and water bottles with reusable alternatives. ◼ Choose sustainable products: Whenever possible, select products with minimal or recyclable packaging. ◼ Spread the word: Share facts and tips about reducing plastic consumption on social media to inspire others to join the movement. ◼ Get involved in activities: Participate in cleanups or support businesses and initiatives that prioritize eco-friendly practices. Small changes can have a big impact on our environment! Let's work together to create a cleaner, greener future. 🌍 💚 #AntiPlasticMonth #ReduceReuseRecycle #GoGreen

Hello everyone! Today, let's talk about sustainability - about the small changes we can make every day, as they have a tremendous impact on our planet! 🌍 Let's lay the foundations of sustainability together! Small steps, big impact! 🌱 Step 1: Reduce the use of plastic. Plastic - incredibly convenient and widely used, yet also one of the biggest environmental problems. Why avoid plastic ? 🌊 Destruction of marine life: Single-use plastics, like plastic cups, straws, and packaging, often end up in the seas and oceans. These waste items destroy marine life by suffocating and polluting animals and their habitats. 🌎 Climate Impact: Plastic production requires large amounts of energy and natural resources, while also releasing significant amounts of greenhouse gases. This contributes to climate change and affects the ecosystems of our planet. Say NO to plastic use! Each of us can contribute to reducing plastic use and protecting our planet. How? Here's how: 🌿 Avoid single-use plastics: Embrace alternatives like reusable products or items made from biodegradable materials. ♻️ Recycle: Make sure to properly recycle plastic products and packaging to reduce pollution and support the circular economy. 🌱 Education and Awareness: Share information with friends and family about the issues related to plastic, inspire them to join our community. Together, we can tackle the plastic problem and protect our planet for future generations! 💪🌍 #sustainability #sustainabilitygoals #paramontgardens #sustainabledevelopment #savetheplanet #noplastic

I had a major mindset shift as a Nature Lover that changed everything for me. Initially, my efforts towards reducing plastic waste were multi-pronged, which included: - Spreading understanding about the damage caused by plastic waste - Motivating local businesses to adopt biodegradable packaging - Advocating for severe government restrictions on single-use plastics Years of attempting to keep all these balls in the air left me feeling drained, not because I wasn't trying hard enough, but rather because I was handling too many differing tasks. The real game-changer was realizing that I needed to focus on one initiative at a time, pouring my entire energy into it. So, I adjusted my priorities to: - Discovering new methods to reuse and recycle plastics - Minimizing my personal use of plastic in daily life - Developing a model for buying everyday items like oil, food grains, and liquid soaps in recycled containers, particularly in large societies, which has the potential to significantly change purchasing habits I moved away from the mindset of "I should do this too because all other activists are doing it" to "Is this offering value to my network and making a genuine impact?". The moment you shift your attention towards making a difference, rather than pursuing empty numbers, everything starts to make sense. Are you also contributing to the reduction of plastic waste? What aspects are you focusing on? #Sustainability #PlasticWaste #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly

♻️ It’s Plastic Free July! ♻️ We need to take action on plastic. Reducing our plastic impact is a key part of Ecotone's sustainability journey and the reason why we're part of WRAP UK. We are currently on target to make all our packaging fully recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2025. We take this seriously across our brands, investing in sustainable packaging and nurturing partners who share our values. Just one example is Clipper Teas - the first tea brand in the world to bring unbleached, plant-based, non-GM, and fully biodegradable teabags to market. Here are a few tips to embrace less plastic as a consumer: 🗑️ Choose reusable bags and containers: Try to use reusable options where possible, whether it’s your trusty tote bag, water bottle, or tea caddy! 🚮 Recycle responsibly: Properly sort and clean your recyclables to ensure they are processed correctly 🙌🏻 Educate and inspire others! Share your journey and tips with friends, family, and colleagues to spread the word #Sustainability #PlasticFreeJuly #EthicalProducts

Ever Wonder Where That Plastic Bottle Goes? ♻️ Here's How We Give It a Second Life! Did you know that over 90% of plastics produced worldwide haven't been recycled? But it's not all doom and gloom! The power of innovation and circular economy is changing the game, giving plastic a new lease on life. So, how exactly does that discarded bottle transform into something new? 👉Recycling: Sorting & processing plastic waste into raw materials for new products (like fleece jackets or park benches!). ♻️ 👉Upcycling: Getting creative and crafting unique items from existing plastic (think planters, phone cases, or even art!). 👉 Advanced Technologies: Chemical recycling can break down plastic into its molecular building blocks, creating virgin-quality plastic for new products! These efforts not only divert plastic from landfills, but also conserve resources, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and fuel innovation! Let's work together to give plastic a future and protect our planet! #plasticrecycling #circulareconomy #innovation #sustainability #gogreen #reduceandreuse #makeadifference #linkedin

Indeed, plastic is not the enemy; our single-use mindset is. By recycling and reusing discarded materials, we can create new, reusable products that will minimise the need for extracting virgin resources, contribute to cleaner oceans and landscapes, and reduce energy consumption since less energy is required to repurpose existing plastics than to manufacture new ones from scratch. A reevaluation of our plastic consumption is needed; we must start making changes and already advocate for the ability to choose between single-use and reusable products. This advocacy is not just a call to action but a necessary step towards a sustainable transformation in our approach to plastic use. #SustainableChoicesNow #PlasticReimagined #ZeroWasteFuture