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Five Simple ways to drastically reduce our plastic consumption
We're not going to stop making plastic any time soon. But to prevent that plastic from spreading
everywhere, we need to do a better job managing it. A recent conference brought together experts to
think of some easy ways to do just that.
Better sorting
The issue in the post-consumer supply chain isn't a lack of demand, but that it's hard to get
recycled plastic in re-usable forms.
Lighter packaging
A lot of plastic is simply unnecessary, particularly packaging. US based company Replenish, is
re-conceptualizing the spray-cleaner bottle. Instead of always using new bottles, Replenish sells a
reusable one, along with cartridges of cleaner concentrate. It says it's absurd to ship new bottles
around the world when 99% of the volume is water, which we can just get from the tap.
Better labeling
The proliferation of biodegradable and compostable packaging has led to confusion among
consumers about exactly how they should dispose of it after-use. Some companies are wary of
taking recycled materials because they fear the stream has been compromised. The solution is better
labeling, and, of course, better education.
Extended responsibility
Extended producer responsibility laws--where producers are responsible for post-use collection of
plastics and other waste--are highly effective at reducing pollution. And several big companies, like
Nestle, now support them.
Lightbulbs and schools
In the developing world, post-consumer plastic bottles provide basic amenities, like lighting and
school buildings.
Source: www.fastcoexist.com
