Plastic Free July
Join us, and others around the world, as we work toward a Plastic Free July. According to plasticfreejuly.org, Plastic Free July® is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution – so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities. Will you be part of Plastic Free July by choosing to refuse single-use plastics?
Throughout the month of July, we will be posting ideas of how we can all take some small steps in reducing our use of single-use-plastics.
A Prayer for our World
Creator God,
Our world is hurting. Our actions have caused this hurt … through war and destruction, pollution and climate change, and we know we need to make a change. Guide us Lord, that we may change our ways, replacing excess consumption and devastation with justice and sustainable living. May we bless and nurture our relationship with one another and our common home. Together, care for creation so all have a place to flourish. Amen.
How is Plastic Free July going for you?
We are halfway through Plastic Free July and we want to hear from you. We invite you to share ways you have reduced using single-use plastics from your day. Have you encouraged others to join you along the way? Thank you for helping protect Mother Earth, not only today, but also for our next generation.
Click here to learn more about Plastic Free July: Plastic Free July
Packaged shower gels and bar soaps
In our homes, the bathroom is one of the most often overlooked spaces when it comes to finding ways to reduce single use plastics. Making a change from packaged shower gels and soaps to bar soaps is a simple way to make an impactful change. One additional benefit, bar soaps are often made with fewer ingredients and are healthier for both you and your local environment!
Click here to learn more about how your shower habits can help you on your journey to a Plastic Free July: Get Involved – Plastic Free July
Impact of Clothing in our World
Clothes can be an environmental impact just like a plastic straw. Did you know that synthetic fibers such as polyester and nylon, shed tiny plastic fragments? Synthetic Clothing is one of the main contributors to microplastics. There is nothing stylish about that. Have you ever thought about buying timeless pieces made from natural fibers? It is a powerful way to support more sustainability in reducing microplastics in the environment.
Impact of Fireworks
Our nations birthday celebration, the July 4th holiday, is just around the corner! During this holiday many of us take part in setting off fireworks or watching large displays around our hometowns. Have you ever paused and considered the environmental impact of all those “booming” celebrations?
Click here to learn more about the impact fireworks have on our local environments: The Environmental Impact of Fireworks | Earth.Org
As we begin Plastic Free July, there are many things we each can do. We don’t have to completely rid our home or workplace from plastic. Even small steps can have an impact. We begin by taking this online quiz to learn more about our own personal use of plastic and how we each can be part of positive change. Eliminate one plastic habit at a time.
We invite you to learn more about Plastic Free July, ways to participate, and why it matters by visiting these additional websites: