14th July 2023
What is Plastic Free July?
Plastic Free July is a global movement that encourages people to reduce their use of single-use plastics for the month of July. The campaign was founded in 2011 by Rebecca Prince-Ruiz, and it has since grown to involve millions of people from over 190 countries.
The goal of Plastic Free July is to raise awareness of the plastic pollution problem and to encourage people to make small changes like use of sustainable products in their everyday lives can have a big impact on the environment. By refusing single-use plastics, people can help to reduce the amount of plastic that ends up in our oceans, landfills, and waterways.
The Impact of Plastic Free July
Plastic Free July has had a significant impact on reducing plastic pollution. In its first year, the campaign helped to reduce the use of 2.2 million single-use plastic straws. In 2021, the campaign helped to reduce the use of 14.4 million single-use plastic straws.
The campaign has also helped to raise awareness of the plastic pollution problem. In 2021, over 300,000 people participated in Plastic Free July events around the world. These events helped to educate people about the plastic pollution problem and to inspire them to make changes in their own lives.
How to Join Plastic Free July
To join Plastic Free July, simply visit the campaign's website and sign up. You can also find the campaign on social media, where you can follow the latest news and updates.
Once you've signed up, you'll be able to access a wealth of information and resources to help you get started. You'll also be able to connect with other people who are participating in the campaign, and you can share your own experiences and tips.
Here how you can get involved with Plastic Free July:
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Visit the Plastic Free July website (www.plasticfreejuly.org)
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Click on the "Join" button
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Enter your name and email address
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Select your country
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Click on the "Join" button
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Once you've joined, you'll be able to access the campaign's resources and connect with other participants
How Sustainable Products Contribute to Plastic Free July
There are many ways to contribute to Plastic Free July. Here are a few ideas to get started with sustainablity:
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Refuse single-use plastics - Straws, plastic bags, water bottles, and coffee cups
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Bring your own reusable bags and containers when you go shopping
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Choose products that are packaged in recyclable or compostable materials
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Compost food scraps and yard waste
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Recycle plastic whenever possible
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Educate others about the plastic pollution problem
Plastic Free July is a great opportunity to make a difference in the fight against plastic pollution. By making small changes in our everyday lives, we can help to reduce the amount of plastic that ends up in our oceans, landfills, and waterways.
Together, we can make a difference!
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