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Posted on 03/03/201914/06/2019

Where Did All The Plastic Go?

Recycling rates are anywhere from 0% to 56% in Germany. But does plastic get recycled, really? Pick 10 random objects around you and check the label, are any of them made from recycled materials? Not sure?  Continue reading “Where Did All The Plastic Go?”
Posted on 19/09/201811/10/2018

Drinking Plastic

A couple of years ago I made a decision to stop drinking from plastic bottles, all plastic bottles. The results of which may surprise you. Continue reading “Drinking Plastic”

Posted on 20/07/201819/07/2018

Plastic Pollution Everywhere – But How Does It Get There?

Ask anyone, they will tell you, I am sure, they are not responsible for the plastic pollution. “But I  always dispose of my waste properly! I always recycle when possible!”, you will hear them say. But, if no-one is responsible, how does so much end up in the rivers and the ocean?

Continue reading “Plastic Pollution Everywhere – But How Does It Get There?”

Posted on 11/06/201818/06/2018

Taiwan National Cleanup 2018 – The Results

This year, the Taiwan National Cleanup Day was scheduled to run on the 20th May 2018. What preceded was to be months of planning, running around, last minute cancellations and meltdowns. In the end, how did it all go?  Continue reading “Taiwan National Cleanup 2018 – The Results”

Posted on 11/04/201818/06/2018

The Taiwan National Cleanup Day – 20th May 2018

“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they have the heart” – Elizabeth Andrew

Come join us for this year’s 2018 National Cleanup Day in Taiwan – Sunday 20th May Continue reading “The Taiwan National Cleanup Day – 20th May 2018”

Posted on 07/03/201818/06/2018

Turning the Tide on Plastics #Cleanseas

Recently, I was invited to attend the Ocean Summit in Hong Kong, part of the Volvo Ocean Race. One of the tools they shared with us was this practical guide to ‘Turning the Tide on Plastics”. I thought it nice to share with you guys!  Continue reading “Turning the Tide on Plastics #Cleanseas”

Posted on 28/02/201818/06/2018

One Less Plastic Straw Campaign

Here is an incredible effort of some young people in the US. They shared their story with me in the hope of reaching more people to join their global effort to reduce the usage of plastic straws. Have a quick read and learn all about it. Then join them 😊 Continue reading “One Less Plastic Straw Campaign”

Posted on 15/02/201818/06/2018

Beginning Of The Revolution? – Fight Against Plastic Pollution

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It seemed to start very slowly at first. Hardly anyone seemed to notice. But then, something changed.

Has the fight against plastic pollution now begun in earnest?  Continue reading “Beginning Of The Revolution? – Fight Against Plastic Pollution”

Posted on 10/01/201818/06/2018

Plastic Bag Ban – Taipei’s Clean Revolution

Taiwan’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced a new round of policies, including a plastic bag ban, aimed at restricting free shopping bags which took effect starting January 1, 2018.

Continue reading “Plastic Bag Ban – Taipei’s Clean Revolution”

Posted on 13/12/201718/06/2018

Plastic Wrapped – The Fight Against Ourselves

Our fight against orseleves

If only there was a way to keep fruits and vegetables fresh…… Continue reading “Plastic Wrapped – The Fight Against Ourselves”

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