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Why Plastic Free July?
Each year we collaborate with our reuse partners to highlight our work reducing single use plastic foodware from our waste streams. Why? Well, we know that 50% of all plastic ever produced has been manufactured since 2000. We also know that plastic contains forever chemicals that are known to cause health problems in humans.
This July, let’s make America the Land of the Plastic-Free!
This Plastic Free July, take stock of your consumer habits, strive to reduce your plastic consumption, spread the word, take action in your community, and speak out to your local government. Let's demand an end to the reign of “disposable” plastics and build a sustainable, reusable future!
Georgetown Public Schools Fighting Polystyrene Waste in the Cafeteria
Schools Switching to Reusable Trays with Support from Clean Water Action and Plastic Free Restaurants
As Massachusetts Lags on Food Waste Goals, New Report Spotlights Solutions
Experts outline policy roadmap to address nearly one million tons of annual food waste, spur environmental and economic benefits
Celebrate Plastic-Free July for our kids!
Individual actions to reduce single-use trash, while positive, are not enough to stem the plastic tide. That’s why we invite you to join Clean Water Action in taking on plastic on a larger scale this Plastic Free July and beyond!