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. 

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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.

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Increasing compost can quickly and efficiently decrease methane emissions in landfills and restore soil health.

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How to protect yourself from microplastics

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How to protect yourself from microplastics

Microplastics have been found throughout the human body. We compiled some resources so you can better understand how microplastics and plastic additives are entering our bodies and some tips to limit your exposure.

Try our quiz: Plastic waste by the numbers

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Try our quiz: Plastic waste by the numbers

Plastic is everywhere. How much do you know about it? Try our six question quiz to see how close you can get to the actual numbers about the state of the plastic waste crisis.

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Faye
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Executive Vice President; President, PIRG