Welcome to Our Plastic Free July Hub
Plastic Free July invites us to rethink the everyday choices that shape our world. Plastic has transformed modern life, bringing convenience and innovation but also creating one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Governments, industries, and corporations have a significant responsibility to reduce plastic pollution at its source, but each of us can take meaningful steps to reduce waste and support sustainable solutions.
Resources
Plastic Free July Website
Earthday.org
Ocean Conservancy
Off the Shelf
Why Your Wallet Should Care About Climate Change
Some people think climate change is the future's problem because the adverse effects of climate change are years away and will not affect them if they are dead. It's time to think again because climate change hurts everyone right now by hitting people where it often...
Microplastics Are Entering the Mainstream, and That Matters
Something important is happening. Microplastics are becoming part of public awareness in a way we haven’t seen before, and that’s a great sign. Microplastic research has existed for several years. Researchers have studied microplastics in our oceans, food systems, and...
Across the Pond: What is the Impact of Agricultural Runoff on the UK’s Drinking Water Supply?
Agricultural runoff, a mix of fertilizers, pesticides, and livestock waste, is a significant threat to the United Kingdom's drinking water quality, presenting environmental sustainability and public health challenges. These contaminants seep into waterways, causing a...
An interview with microplastic expert Dr. Jennifer Brandon.