Plastic Free

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02-Aug-2021

While getting rid of plastic waste is the primary environmental problem, the production process is a leading cause of carbon emissions contributing to global warming. It takes a lot of energy and resources to make plastic, with more than 90% being produced from fossil fuel resources.

Why do we need to reduce plastic waste?

Plastic is everywhere. It is strong, light, cheap and very versatile. The majority of plastic waste does not get reused or recycled and experts believe that 50% of plastic is single-use, meaning it is used once before being discarded. Single-use plastic includes plastic water bottles, plastic packaging, plastic grocery bags etc.

While getting rid of plastic waste is the primary environmental problem, the production process is a leading cause of carbon emissions contributing to global warming. It takes a lot of energy and resources to make plastic, with more than 90% being produced from fossil fuel resources. Experts believe that if current trends continue, in 30 years’ time 20% of global oil consumption and 15% of global carbon emissions will be associated with plastic production. Creating bottled water takes 2000 times the energy than it does to produce tap water.

TIPS FOR REDUCING YOUR PLASTICS CONSUMPTION

1. Avoid single-use plastics such as bottles and drinking straws.
2. If you go shopping, remember to take a cloth bag.
3. Buy more bulk food and fewer packaged products.
4. When hanging out washing use wooden pegs instead of plastic ones
5. Pay attention and put your plastic waste in the correct recycling container
6. Avoid using cosmetics that use micro-plastics, buy a biodegradable brush and wear natural fabrics.
7. Choose to reuse and give some of the packaging a new purpose.