Get Ready For Plastic Free July 2024
Maria McLaughlin Wed 05 Jun 2024
Plastic Free July 2024 Helpful Tips!
Trying to cut down on single-use plastic or cut plastic usage out altogether why not…
• Buy less - avoid disposable products and single-use packaging.
• Do a Bin Audit - Are you recycling, composting, or avoiding waste correctly?
• Coffee cups - Bring or borrow a reusable coffee cup or dine-in at your local café.
• Water bottles- BYO reusable water bottle instead of buying plastic ones.
• Reusable shopping bags - Bring your own shopping bags and help reduce plastic waste.
• Loose produce - Find plastic free alternatives when buying fruit & veg as well as baked goods such as rolls and pastries.
• Meat, fish & deli- Avoid the plastic trays used for meat, fish and deli items.
• Cleaning - Avoid using cleaning products packaged in single-use plastic.
• Laundry - Simple laundry choices can keep clothes smelling fresh while helping to reduce microplastics.
• Food Storage - Use alternatives to cling wrap and reduce plastic pollution.
• Dental care - Plastic-free toothbrushes, toothpaste and floss.
• Sanitary items - Alternatives to tampons and pads for a plastic free period.
• Soap - Swap liquid soap for bar soaps and avoid single-use plastic.
• Shaving -Swap disposable razors for reusable alternatives.
Find your tribe – at home, school or work and spread the word!
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