We are drowning in plastic, we ingest it, it fills the ocean, this will be out legacy
SO? HOW DO YOU REDUCE PLASTIC USE?
FIRST OF ALL, PUSH FOR REGULATING THE OIL AND SODA INDUSTRIES WHICH PRODUCE THE MOST PLASTIC AND MAKE THEM PAY FOR THEIR POLLUTION, NOT THE PUBLIC.
CREATE MORE RECYCLING CENTERS ONLY A SMALL PERCENTAGE OF ALL PLASTIC IS EVER RECYCLED.
never use plastic water bottles, not only does it create environmental problems, it’s selling us back our resources at X3000 the cost. use metal flasks and bottles.
never use single use plastic bags, use eco friendly reusable bags
carry re-usable straws, utensils, lunch boxes and metal tins for food storage
buy products in glass or in cardboard or metal whenever possible
reuse the plastic containers you have whenever possible, better saved than in a landfill
try a fountain pen instead of buying disposable
most chewing gum is made of plastic, buy natural
use washable cloths for cleaning and natural bristle brushes
consider bar soap instead of liquid soap
try to buy makeup in metal and glass containers
if you can afford it, bamboo toilet paper and paper towels
consider a diva cup (while plastic it cuts down on hundreds of regular sanitary pads and tampons)
there are re-usable cloth alternatives to plastic wrap and tupperware
choose appliances like blenders with glass pitchers instead of plastic, buy ceramic dishes and bowls instead of plastic
never buy non stick cookware! cast iron lasts more than one lifetime, it can be made nonstick by seasoning with oil, cast iron can be found inexpensively while thrifting and can be cleaned and re-seasoned relatively easily. Cast iron cooks evenly, retains heat and is great for grilling and searing.
