In case you didn’t know, only nine-percent of the plastic produced, including what we toss in our bins, is actually recycled. That’s why the battle against single use plastic is on. Only plastic marked with a 1 or 2 are actually recycled and 5 is iffy. Things that aren’t recycled include: plastic tableware, milk cartons, plastic straws, wax coated coffee cups, plastic wrap, and juice boxes.
Here’s how to help fight the single use plastic problem:
- Say no to bottled water
- Use your reusable grocery bags
- Choose paper (or no) packaging over plastic
- Buy in bulk to reduce plastic waste
- Refuse plastic cutlery
Source: CNN
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