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Zero Waste Week is nearing the end, and here at Hello Earth, the team has been making key changes to reduce landfill waste, save money, preserve resources and protect the environment. Here are some changes we've been making 👇 Start a Compost Bin: Set up a simple compost bin for food scraps and organic waste. Composting reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and provides nutrient-rich soil for gardens. Use Reusable Bags and Containers: Switch to reusable shopping bags, containers, and water bottles. This small change can significantly reduce single-use plastic waste. Repair and Mend Items: Get the sewing kit out! Repairing clothes, electronics, or household items instead of discarding them extends the life of the items and reduces the need to buy new ones, thereby reducing waste. Plan Meals and Reduce Food Waste: Meal plan and make a shopping list to avoid overbuying. Using leftovers creatively can also help minimise food waste. (Sarah Wilson's book Simpilicious is great for this!) Swap to Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products: Make or buy eco-friendly cleaning products that come in recyclable or refillable packaging. This reduces both chemical waste and packaging waste. As an agency we have partnered with OceanCo who integrate verified plastic collection into every customer touchpoint. Ocean Co have already helped remove 55,419 kg of ocean-bound plastic, and continue to clean our seas and protect our marine life. Learn more about our impact here >>> https://lnkd.in/ex5yMVQi

Did you know every time you shop a WooBamboo item, you’re helping reverse the plastic pollution problem. 🤯 With our partnership with rePurpose Global, 🌍 when you purchase a biodegradable WooBamboo toothbrush, you are already eliminating plastic toothbrush waste from ending up in our landfills and waterways. But with our donations to rePurpose Global, we have gone beyond that, helping fund the cleanup and responsible recycling of *more plastic than our products and our packaging contribute. That’s not just plastic neutral, that’s plastic NEGATIVE. ♻️ At rePurpose Global, their ocean-bound plastic recovery projects in place like Ghana, India, and Indonesia help to keep our oceans -- and our beaches -- clean for everyone to enjoy! #sustainable #ecofriendly #plasticnegative #plasticwaste #zerowaste #maketheswitch #bethechange

A Cornell University study showed alarming levels of microplastics in food, particularly in Malaysia. Sabah, facing similar concerns, launched a campaign to reduce plastic bag usage. While commendable, WWF-Malaysia advocates for a comprehensive approach, including stricter regulations, improved waste management systems, and increased public awareness. Enhancing waste management infrastructure, such as building recycling plants and improving waste collection, is crucial. Likewise, educating the public about plastic pollution's harmful effects is essential to promote sustainable consumption. https://t.ly/68jAS

💪 Taking Action Against Plastic Pollution    Plastic pollution poses a major threat to the environment and exacerbates climate change through its lifecycle emissions.  At Yara Africa & Asia (YAA), we believe it is our responsibility to use our knowledge and resources to contribute to transforming the food system and continue Growing a Nature-Positive Food Future. 🌍    Our strategic pillars cover three key areas – Climate Neutrality, Regenerative Agriculture, and Prosperity. To achieve this, YAA is actively reducing carbon footprint and minimising the environmental impact of Yara’s products, including plastic packaging. 📉    YAA is proud to spotlight our #sustainability efforts in Thailand, India, and West Africa:    💚 Thailand: Revolutionising fertiliser packaging with innovative "Light and Strong" fabric, YAA reduces plastic usage while enhancing its durability and reusability. We have slashed plastic consumption by 150 tons annually and paved the way for a circular economy in the agricultural sector. 🔄    💚 India: Our focus on optimising bag specifications for urea packaging has led to significant reductions in plastic usage, cutting down annual consumption by 200 tons. This initiative exemplifies YAA’s commitment to sustainability while ensuring the highest quality and safety standards for our products. 📦    💚 West Africa: Through bag optimisation initiatives, YAA has successfully reduced plastic usage by over 500 tons annually, demonstrating our dedication to minimising environmental impact throughout the value chain. 🛍️    By innovating, collaborating, and implementing sustainable practices, YAA is not only addressing pressing environmental challenges but also creating lasting value for communities and ecosystems worldwide. 🌱    Join us in building a greener, more resilient future for generations to come 👉 https://lnkd.in/g9eQHFq2 #NaturePositive #FoodFuture

ENHANCING CIRCULAR ECONOMY THROUGH PLASTIC RE-USE ♻️ Since plastic pollution is a global problem with global concern, requiring a sufficient, collaborative, and "sustainable global solution" in tackling it, then the concept of "circularity" in the CIRCULAR ECONOMY of the design, production, use, re-use and recycling of these plastic products is quite pertinent and essential to the entire control, & management of the impact of "unmanaged plastics" dumped on our dear environment, causing environmental/global plastic pollution. In a bit of fighting plastic pollution in my locality, & in ensuring the circular economic flow of everything regarding plastic impact/pollution on land & water bodies, I imbibe the holistic concept of ENVIRONMENT-SOCIAL-ECONOMIC synthesis, through the "RE-USE" of clean, discarded & unmanaged plastics, as means of reducing/curtailing/averting the impact of plastic solid waste in my locality & the environment at large 💪. HOW?, as I've earlier mentioned on my recent post to inform you all, what we do with clean & reusable plastics we reclaim from parties, clubs & event centers. I go about cleaning & packaging these clean reusable plastics I pick (Environment), donating them freely to shop owners selling Kunu/locally brewed guinea corn juice (Social), while they further clean them and re-use them to fill in the juice as they sell to consumers within (economic), where they earn little enough to cater for some family needs, most of the consumers within return these plastics after use. So far I have made contact with several of these juice sellers, and regularly supply them with these clean plastics after each "community plastic clean ups" my team and I embarks. Nigeria is a country with diverse culture and strength, so inculcating "sustainable plastic management" to this cultural diversity makes it even more beautiful, & giving back to the community what we've taken from nature is more awesome. And I LOVE what I do always for the sake of Environmental sustainability 🌍🤗..... 🖊 Sustainable Regards.... Eyesea Dow Alliance to End Plastic Waste The Circulate Initiative The Ocean Cleanup Jim Fitterling Sustainable Plastics UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network – Youth Marius Suteu Cath Robertshaw Petra Bredow Graeme Somerville-Ryan DAVID UMANA Lisbon Ferrao INFRADREAMS LTD

Make an impact this #CyberMonday Did you know every time you shop a WooBamboo item, you’re helping reverse the plastic pollution problem. 🤯 With our partnership with rePurpose Global, 🌍 when you purchase a biodegradable WooBamboo toothbrush, you are already eliminating plastic toothbrush waste from ending up in our landfills and waterways. But with our donations to rePurpose Global, we have gone beyond that, helping fund the cleanup and responsible recycling of *more plastic than our products and our packaging contribute. That’s not just plastic neutral, that’s plastic NEGATIVE. ♻️ At rePurpose Global, their ocean-bound plastic recovery projects in place like Ghana, India, and Indonesia help to keep our oceans -- and our beaches -- clean for everyone to enjoy! #sustainable #ecofriendly #plasticnegative #plasticwaste #zerowaste #maketheswitch #bethechange #cyberMonday

Turning the Tide on Plastic Pollution in the Philippines The Philippines has taken a significant step forward in addressing one of today’s most pressing environmental challenges—plastic pollution. With innovative Extended Producer Responsibility (#EPR) policies, the government is now holding companies accountable for the plastic waste generated by their products. This approach not only brings responsibility back to the brands but also encourages sustainable practices and innovation within the private sector. At PCX, we believe solutions like EPR are crucial to managing plastic waste at the source and building a circular economy. This article by AFP (that appeared in several news outlets like Barron's) highlights the importance of collaborative efforts and the role of accountability in driving real change. We’re inspired to see the Philippines leading the way and look forward to supporting companies on this journey to sustainability. Read more about the Philippines' approach to EPR and the growing movement for corporate accountability. #Sustainability #PlasticPollution #ExtendedProducerResponsibility #Philippines #CircularEconomy #PCX https://lnkd.in/gg5d2pqQ

How Much Plastic Are You Consuming Every Year? Did you know that, according to a study carried out by the University of Newcastle and reported by WWF, the average person consumes about 5 grams of plastic every week? That’s the equivalent of eating a credit card's worth of plastic—through the food we eat, the water we drink, and even the air we breathe. In Indonesia alone, over 3.9 million tonnes of plastic waste are produced annually, and plastic pollution has infiltrated our food chain. Microplastics—tiny plastic particles found in fish, water, and everyday items—are now part of our diet, affecting not only marine life but also our health. It’s alarming, isn’t it? 💡 Let’s make this personal: How much plastic do you think you’re consuming each year without even realizing it? And more importantly, what steps can we take to reduce this invisible intake? At ECOLLABO8, we’re tackling this issue by transforming ocean-bound and landfill plastic waste into valuable, sustainable products that prevent these harmful particles from contaminating our environment and food supply. Through partnerships with local grassroots organizations, we recycle up to 200 tons of plastic each month. Plastic waste is a global issue, but with conscious efforts, we can all contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable world. Let’s take action today for a better tomorrow. 🌎💚 #Sustainability #PlasticWaste #CircularEconomy #EnvironmentalImpact

We like to share the case study of the Philippine EPR as can serves as an inspiration to other developing countries which are equally hard hit by the plastic crisis. Here’s a nice summary on Nikkei Asia.

Chances are you have heard of Carbon Credits. But have you heard of Plastic Credits? Plastic Credits is a business model that bridges the funding gap in waste management to address plastic pollution downstream. Companies such as Plastic Bank bet on the fact that people and businesses buy a subscription to pay people in plastic-ridden communities, including those in Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines, to collect and remove plastics. Thanks to our friends at Seven Clean Seas for this chart below. Read more about Plastic Credits here: https://lnkd.in/gWzJf-T5 The organization just introduced a collaboration with Nikoi Island and Cempedak Island to offset plastic footprint from their operations. A dual approach of rigorous oversight and transparent reporting can help ensure that Plastic Credits is used as a legitimate tool for environmental improvement rather than a superficial marketing tactic. As for managing plastic pollution upstream, the first priority remains reduction, reduction, and reduction. Interested in reading more about solutions to plastic pollution in travel and hospitality, check out the latest story on Asia Sustainable Travel (AST) 📲 https://lnkd.in/g4D84cPT 👈 _______________________________ Andrew Dixon | Leanna Crowley | Emily Deacon | Mabel Primana | Tom Peacock-Nazil