"As pragmatic thought leaders they are changing mainstream society's consumption habits by waking people up to the follies of use-and-toss items and the wisdom of 'reusables.'"
-Terry Kellogg, Chief Executive Director, 1% For the Planet see what others are saying
Since 2003,
we've served as a hub for reporters, bloggers, politicians and grassroots activists by providing solid information on plastic bag consumption and driving the issue to mainstream consciousness.
We started at the core of the plastic bag issue and continue to champion related causes in the broader battle
against the mainstream "use-and-toss" mentality.
With eye-opening facts and practical solutions, we've cut through the noise to wake people up on urgent consumption issues - it's all part of
our mission to educate and inform. For years, we've empowered millions of people to reduce consumption, saving money and natural resources.
Top Facts
Whether you're looking for proof that
plastic bag consumption is out of control or you want to see the numbers backing Ireland's successful
PlasTax, we're your go-to source for these and other compelling facts on consumption. It' the kind of information that inspired our founder -and now millions of others- to take action on this urgent issues.
Myth-Busting
Without any hidden agenda, we cut through the green-washing to give you the facts behind myths that are driving trends like
cheap reusable bags,
plastic bag bans and even
recycling. Our thought-leadership not only reveals the real story behind these consumption issues but also provides
tools to help you make smarter decisions.
Buying Guides
Core to our
mission is providing consumers the tools to live a reusable lifestyle. We offer a smart family of hand-picked reusables and want to make sure you find the product that best suits your needs. From fabrics to functionality, this section walks you through your options and teaches you how to chose the perfect reusable for yourself or someone you know.
Materials
Get an overview of common materials - from the resources required to produce them to durability and disposal information. We also give you a heads-up on the most sustainable, cutting-edge fabrics out there, like organic
hemp and
recycled PET.
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