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Plastic Waste Makers Index reveals the source of the single-use plastic crisis

Plastic Waste Makers Index reveals the source of the single-use plastic crisis

No Plastic Waste is an initiative dedicated to the elimination of the negative impacts of plastic on individuals and the planet. No Plastic Waste aims to increase transparency across the plastics supply chain. 

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Over 80% of DuPont shareholders approve proposal for plastic pellet reporting

Shareholders proposed a resolution asking DuPont to provide reports on the spillage of plastic pellets that are released into the environment. On the 28th April in an annual general meeting, the shareholder resolution was approved by 81.2% of investors. The proposal was approved despite being opposed by management. This is one of the highest votes that shareholders have agreed on regarding an environmental issue opposed by management. 

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Sustainable ways to reduce garden plastic waste in 2021

During the 2020-2021 coronavirus lockdown, gardening became a popular activity in the UK. Gardening helps us feel at one with nature and can even help reduce stress. Despite having calming properties, there is a downside to gardening which is the amount of plastic waste it produces. In the UK, it is estimated that there are 500 million plastic pots and trays in circulation. 

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Harmful plastics and what we can do to avoid them

Harmful plastics and what we can do to avoid them

A recent article published by Parley explained how plastic pollution is a global health crisis and it affects women in ways that we are only just beginning to understand. Here are the main take-aways that Parley AIR suggests for limiting plastic consumption and use: 

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