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ALDI US supermarket chain has committed to a series of steps specially organized to combat the global plastic catastrophe.

Read more about the inventor's regret and the impacts of coffee pods

The inventor of K-Cups has a big regret: that he invented them.

To withstand the brewing process, coffee pods are made virtually un-recyclable and not biodegradable.

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Plastic bottles = plastic problems

Many people opt to buy bottled water when traveling, unsure of local water quality and availability. It may seem like a sustainable option, since recycling bins are everywhere. However, plastics recycling in the U.S. has undergone major upheaval over the past year. China used to take most of our plastic waste, but in January 2018 it banned almost all plastic waste imports. As the U.S. turns to other markets, they are quickly overwhelmed, and Thailand and India are now implementing bans. Local waste management agencies are trying to adapt, but often the infrastructure isn’t there.

Even when we were sending plastics to China for recycling, it was only a fraction of what we threw away. In 2017, Americans used about 50 billion plastic bottles and recycled only 23% of them. Now more than ever, we are searching for solutions to our plastic problem.

What are your drinking water plans for your trip to Glacier? Would you be more likely to use a reusable water bottle if you knew exactly where you could fill it with clean water? The Refill Not Landfill project made a map of all the bottle filling stations in the Glacier area. Check it out HERE !

To read more about sustainability at Glacier, visit our website. A great place to start helping make Glacier more sustainable is with a reusable water bottle!

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A study found that 20% of immune cells tested died within 24 hours in the absence of microplastics. compared to 60% that came in contact with microplastics.

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Formula One has announced a plan to become 100% carbon neutral by 2030 and say it is taking immediate action to reduce emissions by planting trees.

All NHS facilities across England will be part of a new initiative to slash single-use plastic consumption by 50% in 2020 and help save the world!

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How to Reduce Plastics Use: Food & Drink Edition

The plastic reduction tips keep on coming!

Here are 8 tips for cutting out plastic when you eat and drink:

Carry your own set of utensils. One of the easiest changes that I’ve made was saying “no” to plastic cutlery when I eat out. Instead, I opt to use either metal utensils, if they’re available, or I carry around a set of bamboo utensils in a handy little pouch. That way I can ask the restaurant to skip the plastic utensils when I order take out. Let’s be honest, those plastic utensils are terrible for the environment and, half the time, it feels like they are super flimsy. You’re better off with the washable option.

Say “no” to plastic straws in restaurants. Straws are another super wasteful single-use plastic that does nothing but pollute the environment. Consider getting a glass or stainless-steel straw to carry along with the utensils! There are also paper and pasta straws available, though those are generally single-use as well.

Bring your own takeout containers for leftovers when you eat out. Restaurant portions are almost always too big for me to eat in one sitting (especially if I want to have desert, which I do). If you’re expecting to go out, bring along a container for those anticipated leftovers. Alternatively, there are some great collapsible Tupperware options available that you can keep in your bag, car, or at your desk for the unplanned dinner outings.

Invest in a reusable water bottle and ditch bottled water for good. My favorite and somewhat unexpected benefit of having switched to a Swell bottle is that my water stays delightfully crisp and cold for so much longer than any even a frozen plastic bottle of water. You’ll save money and the planet in the long run!

While you’re at it, cut out bottled drinks altogether, if you can. OK, I’ll admit, this one is a little tougher one for me because I do enjoy sodas but there are some great drink mixes and fruit infusion recipes available deliver some great flavor as an alternative. As an added bonus, those are generally lower in sugar and healthier than bottled drinks like sodas, juices, teas, etc.

Bring your own cup to the coffee shop. Disposable drinking cups are lined with plastic and are not recyclable. Often, if the lid is plastic, that is not recyclable either so it’s good practice to keep a reusable cup for your coffee breaks. I have a Keep Cup and it’s just fantastic – super durable, barista approved, and just the right size! To boot, some coffee shops offer small discounts on drinks if you bring your own up. Another win!

Ask your pizza place not to use the pizza saver on your pizza. I’m sure you’ve seen it, that little white plastic stand that they put in the middle of the pizza to keep the box from touching the cheese. That’s called the pizza saver and it’s usually not recyclable either. It only gets used from the time your pizza is placed in the box until you pop the box open and then, in the trash it goes. Next time you order, ask your pizza place to skip the plastic.

Invest in multi-use lids that can cover all sorts of containers. Cling wrap is a pain on the environment and, more importantly, a pain for me to even use! One of the best investments that I’ve made was a set of multi-use lids that come in various sizes and can stretch to adapt to tons of different types of cups, bowls, and other containers.

Do you have any plastic reduction tips for the food and drink edition?

Please share and encourage others to join in the effort to cut down on plastics use.

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