Beat Plastic Beyond World Environment Day

By LENCIA HOLMES June, 13^th 2018

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You may have seen tags like: #BeatPlasticPollution   #OnePlasticFreeDay   #PlasticFreeLiving   #PlanetOrPlastic around this month as June 5^th is World Environment Day. Now is a good time to remember that we all have a part to play in reducing waste and securing resources for future generations. The short video below highlights how plastic pollution has and is projected to influence the world.   

Reducing single use plastic is a start to significantly reducing plastic pollution. You can begin making this change today! You don’t have to do it alone either. Be part of the movement and share your commitment with others. Lead with your actions, and use your voice to let your government know that environmental issues and legislative action can not wait.

Here’s some background about plastic’s history and steps you can take to reduce usage. There are worldwide events and initiates you can find too. Or if you want to begin an event yourself, here’s some downloadable event kits to get you started. Let’s make things better a day at a time everyone!