Tag: plastic free july

Beyond the Recycling Bin: Why Plastic Free July Starts with Avoid, Reduce, Reuse

Picture this: You’ve just finished your morning coffee, dutifully rinsed your plastic K-cup, and tossed it in the recycling bin with a small sense of environmental accomplishment. But here’s the reality check that might surprise you—only 9% of all plastic ever produced has actually been recycled. That K-cup? It’s likely heading to a landfill, not […]