It might seem like a harmless, small bit of plastic, but plastic cutlery is really hard to recycle. They are made from plastic #6, which is notoriously difficult to recycle. Additionally, they are small, so they often fall through recycling machinery. If they donโt fall, their odd shape gets stuck in the machinery. They donโt end […]
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A sturdy, reusable bag for shopping or running errands is an everyday essential to avoid single-use plastic bags. Especially considering that an estimated five trillion plastic bags are used each year. On average, a plastic bag is used for about 12 minutes before being discarded. Only approximately 10 per cent of plastic bags are recycled
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Farmers’ markets are a hotspot for foodies who want to know more about where their food really comes from. Local farmers set up stalls to sell their homegrown produce. The types of products tend to be distinct to the region, such as seasonal fruits, juices, homemade jams, vegetables, meat, and even artisan cheeses. Many markets also
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Weโve all been there: whether youโre bombarded with ads for clothing sales on social media or you pass by a sale rack at the store, the temptation is real. Itโs hard to turn away from that instant gratification, but itโs important. According to Sustain Your Style, 190,000 tons of textile microplastic fibres end up in
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When you put the kettle on, you’re probably looking forward to a warm, soothing cup of tea, not sipping on microplastics. But did you know that many conventional tea bags are sealed with polypropylene, a type of plastic used to help them hold their shape and keep the tea leaves locked in? In fact, studies
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Looking for some motivation on your plastic free journey? If so, here are 10 shocking facts about plastic pollution that will remind you why avoiding single-use plastic matters. Why we need to do more to tackle plastic pollution 1. There are currently 51 trillion pieces of microplastics in our oceans. That is almost 269,000 tonnes,
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Have you ever felt confused by the plastic recycling symbol on a piece of packaging? Youโre not alone – with so many variations of arrow symbols, itโs almost as if itโs meant to be confusing. Trying to figure out what can and cannot be recycled can be a big headache. With so many recycling symbols,
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As you move along on your plastic-free journey, a trip to the local bulk shop is a must. Itโs great to bring reusable bags so you can avoid plastic bags, but what are you filling your reusable bags with? Most traditional groceries are wrapped in plastic and cardboard. This is where bulk stores come into
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You may have heard of the zero waste movement and seen images of a trash jar – yes, a jar that contains an entire yearโs worth of someoneโs trash. While this is a noble cause, it doesnโt tell the whole story of a personโs environmental footprint. Enter the low impact movement – zero wasteโs new,
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July 15th is National Give Something Away Day – do you know what youโll give away? Much like the name implies, the day is all about giving something you no longer need to those who it would better serve. This holiday is especially important to celebrate, as it emphasizes the importance of finding new life
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