Did you know that in the last decade we have created more plastic that we did in the entire 20th century?! We never stop thinking about plastic and how to eliminate it at The Good Planet! At least half the plastic that is manufactured today is intended for single use, but is manufactured from a chemically laden product that’s essentially designed to last forever! Recycling plastic usually only allows for one more use before it must be discarded and sent to a landfill. Even bio-degradable plastic is not as eco-friendly as we assume! 

Plastic Free July is coming to an end and it feels great to look back and see how much plastic waste we have kept out of the landfills. It also feels great knowing that the less plastic you use, the less will end up in the largest landfill on earth: The Great Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch. While the name might be misleading, the impact is real. Current estimates figure that plastic in the ocean will outnumber fish by 2050! 

One fun way to get involved is to download the Litterati App. This app goes right on your phone and gets you to help track plastic litter around the globe! By inputting and tracking not only -where- you find litter, but the brands of the litter you're finding, they can worth with the greatest litter offenders to find more sustainable solutions and curb the amount of waste being thrown on to the earth. And you get to see exactly how much of a difference you've made by inputting each piece of litter you take off the ground and put into it's proper receptacle!

As always, if you're looking for more local ways to get involved, check out SurfRider Victoria for events you can take part in or other ways you can help, or stop by the store to grab some tools to help cut back your plastic consumption. It's easier than you think to help make a difference, especially when we all choose to refuse!