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.

Throughout July, Betancourt Group will share practical resources, stories, and simple ways to reduce plastic waste in everyday life. Explore our interactive Plastic Free July Challenge, discover new ideas, and join us in building habits that benefit our communities, oceans, and future. Lasting change begins with a single step.

Resources

Plastic Free July Website

Earthday.org

Ocean Conservancy

Off the Shelf

7 Articles on How the Ocean Supports Mental Health

7 Articles on How the Ocean Supports Mental Health

For centuries, people have turned to the ocean for healing, seeking solace in its rhythm, clarity in its vastness, and peace in its presence. Today, science is beginning to catch up with what many cultures have long understood: the ocean isn't just beautiful; it's...

An interview with microplastic expert Dr. Jennifer Brandon.