The hidden lifecycle of plastic
Most of plastic’s lifecycle happens far out of sight.
Beyond plastic
America's plastic problem has gotten way out of hand.
Most of us diligently recycle, take reusable bags with us when we shop, and look for new ways to stop using so much single use plastic “stuff”. Our individual actions are necessary, but won’t be enough. The good news is that the momentum to move beyond plastic is growing. More states, communities and businesses are getting rid of plastic bags, foam containers and other plastic “stuff” we can live without.
The Latest on Beyond plastic
Hundreds of volunteers participated in first-ever International Plastic Pellet Count
How to reduce plastic waste this Earth Day
Updates
Governor Ferguson signs Recycling Reform Act into law
Plastic pellets found on Washington beaches
Major milestone: The Recycling Reform Act passes the House
Featured Resources
Reducing plastic waste in the states
Trash in America
10 steps Whole Foods can immediately take to reduce single-use plastic
Toolkit for The International Plastic Pellet Count
Did you know?
In 2015, Americans landfilled or incinerated over 50 million tons of compostable waste. That is enough to fill a line of fully-loaded 18-wheelers, stretching from New York City to Los Angeles ten times.
What We're Doing
Increasing compost can quickly and efficiently decrease methane emissions in landfills and restore soil health.
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Join us for the International Plastic Pellet Count on May 3rd
Hundreds of volunteers in 47 states and over 20 countries have signed up to search for plastic pellets at their local waterway as part of the International Plastic Pellet Count on Saturday, May 3rd. And it's not too late to sign up.
Microplastics could harm food production
New research is finding that microplastics can hamper plant growth, which could have devastating impacts on our food supply.
Good news on reducing plastic: Companies hear the call for change
This Earth Day, you can tell Costco and other companies to reduce wasteful plastic packaging.
The Recycling Reform Act hits another milestone in Washington
A bill that would improve Washington's recycling and reduce plastic waste has passed the House policy committee, sending it to a final House floor vote.
Ideas for Earth Day this year
Looking for inspiration for things to do for Earth Day this year? We've got you covered.