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🌍Did you know that over 300 million tons of plastic are produced globally each year? 😯 Crazy, right? A staggering 91% of this plastic 🥁 .....well it isn’t recycled! Instead, it ends up in landfills or our oceans, where it takes hundreds of years to decompose. Here are a few eye-opening facts: 🌊 Marine Impact: Approximately 8 million tons of plastic enter our oceans annually, threatening marine life and ecosystems. 🌍 Carbon Footprint: The production of plastic contributes about 3.8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, comparable to the emissions from the aviation industry. ♻ Circular Economy Potential: Shifting to a circular economy model could reduce global plastic waste by 80% and create 700,000 jobs by 2030. As we continue to innovate in the sustainability space, it’s crucial to advocate for recycling, reusing, and reducing plastic use. Together, we can drive meaningful change! #sustainability #circulareconomy #plasticwaste #ecofriendly #coffeemugs #coffeelovers #recycling #reuse #coffee #coffeewaste

Controversial opinion: We love plastic! ♻️ Well, we love recycling plastic because as true waste enthusiasts, we see so much value in reusing and recirculating materials that at first glance, might be seen as *just* trash. Reduce, Reuse, Resourcify is our motto! For Plastic Free July we're diving into recycled plastic and exploring a few ways on how recycled plastic is used in a circular economy 🟢 Have you seen other recycled plastic uses that intrigued you? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #plasticfreejuly #recycledplastic #recycle #plastic #circulareconomy #wastemanagement #sustainability #innovation

Help Tuesday's clean up the Himalayas for Earth Day! In the month of April, for every like and comment on this post, and for every new follower, we will clean up 1 pound of plastic from the Himalayas! -- You may notice these "Certified Plastic Neutral" icons on all of our product packaging. This means for every pound of plastic we use in production, we partner with rePurpose Global to remove an equivalent amount of plastic from the environment. So far, we've prevented over 40 tons of plastic from polluting the ocean! Just a reminder that our packaging is made of #4 plastic. So while you might not be able to put it in your residential recycling bin, you can always take the empty bags to your nearest recycling drop off (usually your local grocery store)! #recycle #sustainability #sustainable #ecofriendly #environmentallyconscious #recyclablepackaging #plasticneutral #repurpose #earthday

♻️ 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞. 𝐑𝐞𝐮𝐬𝐞. 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐑𝐂 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧. ♻️ 𝐀𝐭 𝐈𝐑𝐂 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧, we’re committed to the journey toward a greener planet, starting with three essential steps: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle—all anchored in sustainable plastic solutions. 🔹 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 the demand for new plastic by choosing products that have a longer life cycle. Our 100% recycled plastic pallets are engineered for durability, cutting down on the need for single-use plastics. 🔹𝐑𝐞𝐮𝐬𝐞 resources by giving plastic waste a second life. Every IRC Green pallet is made from recycled plastic, transforming waste into a practical, eco-friendly asset for supply chains. 🔹 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 to close the loop on plastic waste. We believe that plastic doesn’t have to end up in landfills. Instead, through responsible recycling, we’re creating high-quality pallets that support a circular economy. 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝟏𝟎𝟎% 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐫, greener environment by reducing plastic waste and promoting a sustainable future. Join us in making eco-conscious choices for your business and our planet! 🌍 Let's build a sustainable supply chain together. #IRCGreen #ReduceReuseRecycle #SustainableSolutions #RecycledPlastic #EcoFriendlyPallets #CircularEconomy #PlasticWaste #GreenSupplyChain

Why Recycling Plastic Doesn’t Always Work ♻️ The truth behind plastic recycling: only a fraction of what we toss in the recycling bin gets recycled. It's time to rethink our consumption and demand sustainable solutions. https://lnkd.in/gnc8JZnm  Let’s reduce plastic waste and move towards a circular economy. 🌍 #planetcents #planetcentsmovement #plasticrecycling #wastereduction #sustainability #reducereuse #plasticpollution #climateaction #circulareconomy #overconsumption #sustainableliving #environmentalawareness

*Plastic-Free Living: A Sustainable Choice with Real-Life Examples* Plastic pollution is a global crisis—11 million metric tons of plastic waste enters our oceans annually (UNEP). But here’s the surprising part: over 50% of this plastic comes from single-use items like bags, bottles, and packaging. While the scale of the problem is daunting, the solution starts small. On a recent trip to a bustling vegetable market, I noticed how deeply ingrained plastic usage is in our daily lives. Determined to do better, I carried reusable cloth bags. This small step not only reduced my reliance on plastic but also sparked a conversation with vendors about offering eco-friendly alternatives. Why does this matter? Because simple actions like this create awareness and inspire change: - Replacing single-use plastic bags with reusable ones. - Storing grains and spices in glass or steel containers. - Refilling reusable water bottles instead of buying plastic ones. The ripple effect is real—each small change challenges the norm and promotes sustainability. Reducing plastic isn’t about being perfect; it’s about progress. The actions we take today pave the way for a cleaner, healthier planet tomorrow. What step will you take to live plastic-free? 🌍 Source: UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme) #PlasticFree #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendly #ReduceReuseRecycle #SayNoToPlastic #ZeroWasteLifestyle #EnvironmentalSustainability #ClimateAction #SustainabilityMatters #GreenChoices

THE BEAUTY OF RECYCLING Here are some solutions to the industry’s plastic waste problem! While the global plastic crisis is multi-fold, the beauty industry is a massive contributor to the plastic waste found in landfills and oceans. According to the Plastic Pollution Coalition, it is estimated that the beauty and personal care industries create some 120 billion units of packaging annually, and only 9% of plastic is actually recycled. While some brands are striving to become more environmentally sustainable by using glass and aluminum packing, others are choosing to contribute to the solution by taking part in recycling programs. But recycling plastic beauty bottles is more complex than you may know. For starters, only plastic type 1 and 2 can be recycled in most municipal recycling facilities, and most beauty products are not made from those plastics. Even if the outer bottle is, additional components like pumps, caps, wands, spray nozzles and tubes are not. Additionally, the vast majority of beauty products aren’t labeled with a recycling number at all, deterring both curbside recycling and recycling facilities’ ability to process. Another part of this puzzle if that no matter how diligently consumers clean out their bottles, there is still residual product left behind that renders the plastic unrecyclable at Materials Recycling Facilities. Stepping in to fill the gap is TerraCycle, a company known to be a global leader in sustainability solutions and recycling measures, and Pact Collective, a nonprofit with the goal of reducing the beauty industry’s plastic waste and helping to find circular solutions... Read more in the latest issue of Simply Buckhead, out now! 📝 Emily L. Foley terracycle.com pactcollective.org #BeautyRecycles #SustainableBeauty #FightPlasticWaste #ReduceReuseRecycle #TerraCycle #PactCollective #ConsciousConsumerism

STOP RECYCLING NOW! Globally, less than 9% of all plastic gets recycled. Once the recycled product is released as a new product, statistically, only about 0.81% ends up being recycled the second time around. By the third time, even if recycling is possible, the total recycled plastic from the original packaging drops even further to around 0.073%. This means that over 99.92% of all plastic ends up in our oceans and landfills, and eventually, all 100% of plastic ends up out there.The implications are staggering, and we need better waste management solutions and more sustainable practices. I think the solution is very simple! If we are to solve this problem, EVERYONE who recycles should boycott any products manufactured whose packaging isn't biodegradable. This pushes the responsibility up the chain, forces innovation at the source, and ensures better control. Why do our fruits and vegetables need to be wrapped in plastic? We need policymakers to enforce regulations that will ensure all packaging biodegrades within weeks and months, not years.It's time we rethink our approach to plastic use and recycling. 🌍♻️ #Sustainability #Recycling #PlasticWaste #EnvironmentalImpact #CircularEconomy

Did You Know? Recycling plastic plays a vital role in conserving energy. It takes 75% less energy to make a plastic bottle from recycled plastic compared to using raw materials. ♻️🌏 --- Call us today!  • • • A greener future starts with one simple step! ----------------------- ☎ 1300 312 714 📧 info@prhub.com.au 🔎 https://lnkd.in/d4gyqedx • •  • • #plasticrecycling #recycling #recycle #plastic #sustainability #plasticwaste #plasticpollution #circulareconomy #ecofriendly #plasticfree #environment #recycledplastic #zerowaste #wastemanagement #preciousplastic #sustainable #reuse #sustainableliving #savetheplanet #gogreen #recyclingmatters #recyclingideas #waste #recycleplastic #recyclingart #reducereuserecycle #recycled #plasticindustry #plasticrecyclinghub

The theme of today's Earth Day is Planet vs. Plastic. We, as humans, are responsible for the increasing amount of plastic generated each day. Wherever we go, we leave behind traces of plastic by using and carelessly discarding it. These images depict the condition of some beautiful locations such as beaches and residential areas. It is our duty to protect our planet as human habits have profoundly impacted it. Let's take the initiative to refrain from using single-use and unnecessary plastic, and instead opt for reusable and eco-friendly products. Let's ensure that we leave only the beauty of nature behind wherever we go, and not plastic cutlery and food wrappers. Remember the mantra: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Recover. #earthday #plastic #plasticfree #gogreen #climataction #sustsinableliving #wastechindia #wastedisposal #natureconservation #wastemanagement #enviroment #enviromentawarness #plasticfreeoceans