Earth Day- 8 lifestyle ideas to end plastic use when you travel
Happy Earth Day! Let's take action together to end plastic pollution when we travel! Check out these 8 lifestyle ideas to reduce single-use plastics on your adventures. From reusable water bottles to saying no to straws, every small change makes a big difference!
Plastic pollution poses a grave threat to our environment, wildlife and human health. From clogging our oceans to contaminating our food and water sources, the impacts of plastic waste are far-reaching and devastating.
Plastic pollution, one of the greatest existential threat of our time, manifests in myriad forms; with each passing day, the insidious spread of microplastics, brings the urgency to stop this global crisis. From the covers of magazines to the halls of policy think tanks and the headlines of climate change organizations, the facts surrounding this disturbing reality amplifies.
Together, we have the power to make a difference, not only in our own homes but when we travel. By reducing single-use plastics in our daily lives, and holding corporations and governments accountable, we can pave the way towards a plastic-free future.
- Reusable Water Bottle: Invest in a durable, reusable water bottle made from stainless steel or free of plastic. Refill it at water stations or cafes instead of purchasing single-use plastic bottles while traveling.
- BYO Utensils: Bring your own set of reusable utensils, including a fork, knife, and spoon, to avoid using disposable plastic cutlery at restaurants or take-out.
- Reusable Bags: Pack lightweight, foldable reusable bags in your luggage to use for shopping or carrying groceries instead of accepting plastic bags from stores.
- Refillable Toiletry Bottles: Instead of relying on single-use plastic toiletry bottles provided by hotels, transfer your favourite shampoo, conditioner and body wash into refillable travel-sized containers.
- Choose Plastic-Free Accommodations: Opt for eco-friendly hotels or accommodations that prioritize sustainability and minimize plastic use in their operations, such as offering refillable soap dispensers or filtered water stations.
- Say No to Straws: Politely decline plastic straws when ordering drinks at restaurants and cafes, or bring your own reusable straw made from stainless steel, bamboo, or silicone.
- Avoid Individually Packaged Snacks: Pack your own snacks in reusable containers or choose bulk options when available to avoid purchasing snacks packaged in single-use plastic wrappers.
- Support Local Markets and Farmers: Purchase fresh produce and other goods from local markets or farmers’ markets where packaging is often minimal, reducing the amount of plastic waste generated from your purchases.
On Earth Day 2024, EARTH DAY.ORG issued a resounding call to action, demanding a 60% reduction in the production of ALL plastics by the year 2040. Join us in our mission to end the plastic plague. Today is a good day to recommit ourselves to the stewardship of our planet, for it is not only our home but also the legacy we leave for generations to come. Together, we can make a world of difference.
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