India may ban single-use plastic products from October 2,
the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
The products are likely to be banned include---
PLASTIC BAGS
cups,
plates,
small bottles,
straws and certain types of sachets
"DON'T USE PLASTIC
SAVE THE WORLD
SAVE YOUR HEALTH"
MANAGEMENT----------
- Stop using plastic straws. { If a straw is a must, purchase a reusable stainless steel or glass straw}
- Use a reusable produce bag.
- Give up gum. Gum is made of synthetic rubber, aka plastic.
- Buy boxes instead of bottles. Often, products like laundry detergent come in cardboard which is more easily recycled than plastic.
- Purchase food, like cereal, pasta, and rice from bulk bins and fill a reusable bag or container. You save money and unnecessary packaging.
- Use a reusable bottle or mug for your beverages, even when ordering from a to-go shop
- Bring your own container for take-out or your restaurant doggy-bag since many restaurants use styrofoam.
- Avoid buying frozen foods because their packaging is mostly plastic. Even those that appear to be cardboard are coated in a thin layer of plastic. Plus you'll be eating fewer processed foods!
- Don't use plasticware at home and be sure to request restaurants do not pack them in your take-out box.
- Ask your local grocer to take your plastic containers (for berries, tomatoes, etc.) back. If you shop at a farmers market they can refill it for you.
- Make fresh-squeezed juice or eat fruit instead of buying juice in plastic bottles. It's healthier and better for the environment.
- Pack your lunch in reusable containers and bags. Also, opt for fresh fruits and veggies and bulk items instead of products that come in single-serving cups.
- Use a razor with replaceable blades instead of a disposable razor.
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