Proven to be effective! 5 Ways You Can Reduce Plastic Waste

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In a short time, plastic waste has “poisoned” our lives. But, are we aware that this dependence can destroy our environment faster than we think?

The consumption and production of single-use plastics in Indonesia is still one of the environmental pollution problems that we need to solve together.

Recently, the latest report from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) stated that as many as 20 million metric tons of plastic waste are dumped and dumped into free land every year.

Not only that, plastic production is still very high where the amount is around more than 460 million metric tons every year.

Unfortunately, not all countries have the capacity of qualified human resources and infrastructure to process plastic waste that is no longer in use.

To make matters worse, fragments of plastic — microplastics — are already found in the food and drinks we often consume.

This results in the risk of exposure to microplastics becoming higher and potentially harmful to the human body.

Then, how can we reduce plastic waste or daily plastic use? Come on, see the article below!

5 Ways to Reduce Plastic Waste

  1. Use a Cloth Bag for Shopping

Did you know that every minute, 2 million plastic bags are used worldwide? Worse, most of them have to end up in landfills or the sea.

Obviously, single-use plastics like shopping bags are one of the biggest contributors to plastic waste.

It’s time for us to switch to cloth bags! By using cloth bags, we contribute to reducing the pile of plastic waste.

  1. Replace Plastic Straws with Metal or Bamboo Straws

Do you still remember the stainless steel straw  that went viral 2 years ago? This is an alternative that can replace plastic straws.

Plastic straws are often only used for a few minutes, but it can take up to 200 years to decompose.

Using metal or bamboo straws is a more environmentally friendly alternative because it can be used continuously and does not leave a trace of garbage.

  1. Choose Biodegradable Packaging

Have you ever seen food packaging that can be consumed at the same time with the food? Well, this is the advantage of Biopac.

With the dominance of plastic packaging in everyday products, biodegradable or edible packaging is a solution that can reduce it.

The packaging of BIOPAC made from seaweed itself is packaging that can be eaten immediately, you know!

This packaging decomposes faster and is not harmful to the environment and can be a good compost for plants.

  1. Bring Your Own Drinking Bottle

Today, single-use plastic bottles are one of the biggest contributors to plastic pollution in the ocean that has endangered many marine life.

So that we can keep them safe, always have a stainless steel or glass drinking bottle with you wherever you go!

Stainless steel or glass bottles are a good choice because they can be used repeatedly and do not cause waste.

In fact, about 1 million plastic bottles are purchased every minute worldwide, and most of them are not recycled.

  1. Use Food Places from Home

Every day, we will inevitably bring plastic back to our homes and become garbage that continues to pile up.

It’s time we start reducing the use of products with single-use plastic packaging, such as food wrappers, plastic cutlery, or plastic bags.

If you are going to buy snacks outside, try to bring your own food from home so as not to pollute the Earth!

This step not only reduces plastic waste but also utilizes resources available at home.

Even though we are already very dependent on plastic, it is not impossible that we are slowly reducing it.

By changing our daily habits, such as using cloth bags, our own drinking bottles, and bringing food from home, we can make significant changes in reducing our plastic footprint.

This small step, if taken by many people, will have a huge impact on the environment and the future of our earth.

The steps to reduce plastic waste above must certainly be done collectively and consistently, so don’t forget to invite your closest friends or relatives at home!

Also Read:Microplastics Secretly Damage Your Health! Discover the Terrible Facts!

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