Reducing plastic waste and developing a circular economy for plastics in the Illawarra.
Our vision is for a circular economy for plastics in the Illawarra in which problem plastics have been eliminated and all plastic packaging is reduced and either reused or recycled.
We are a local community action group of citizens and leaders in the environmental and research field from the Illawarra.
OUR COMMUNITY
Help us reduce plastic waste in the Illawarra.
THE PROBLEM
Problems with plastics have arisen because of increasing levels of consumption and waste…
TAKE ACTION
Tips to help you avoId unnecessary packaging & to help you recycle as much as possible…
OUR ACTIVITIES
We are advocating for change at a local, regional and national level…
HOUSEHOLD TIPS HOUSEHOLDS
- Take sturdy reusable bags with you when you go shopping. You can buy lightweight reusable bags that fit into your pocket or handbag…
BUSINESS TIPS
- Work with your suppliers to eliminate any unnecessary packaging
- Switch to reusable packaging where feasible…
CAFES TIPS
- Encourage customers to bring in a reusable coffee cup, by offering these for sale or providing a small discount if they BYO…