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Reduce, Reuse, Refuse, Rethink and Demand Change

We are often asked the question, what do I do with my plastics that aren’t recyclable? (Which is basically the majority of plastic) Here is our response: 👉🏻REDUCE what you consume. Pack utensils and straws so that you can use less plastic. Reduce your single use containers like yogurt. If you go through it, purchase it in bulk and create your own single serve versions. 👉🏻REUSE your containers. Use them when you have left overs at restaurants, crafting supplies, leftover…

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The Recycling System is Broken, but Don’t Give up.

THE RECYCLING SYSTEM IS BROKEN, BUT DON’T GIVE UP. To be clear, this is pointed right at plastics! 🚫 We hate to say it, but the system for recycling plastics is broken! The majority of our plastics end up in a landfill and many community memebers are demanding answers. Here’s what we know: Up until 2017, we exported the majority of plastics to China. In 2018 they started to refuse our plastic waste. Since then, the US has been scrambling…

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[leading]SustainED is a local grassroots organization [/leading]

Empowering the community to create a sustainable future through action, education, and advocacy.