Single-use plastics
5 simple ways to avoid single-use plastics on the go
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Skip the bag
Say “no bag, please” before items are packed. Use a tote, backpack, or whatever you already carry.
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Drink without disposables
Carry a refillable bottle or tumbler when you can. If you buy a coffee or fresh juice, skip the straw and the lid.
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Bring your own cup
Use a mug or travel cup you already own when buying coffee or takeaway drinks.
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Choose unpackaged when you can
At the market or supermarket, pick loose fruits and vegetables instead of pre-packaged ones when there’s a choice. Use your own net bags – just like our grandparents did.
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Say No to Freebies
When ordering food or drinks, skip the extras that come with them. No plastic straws, cutlery, stirrers, or sugar/sauce packets—if you won't use them.
