Using Cakes of Soap Reduces Plastics

We must do more to reduce plastic usage.  When I posted the previous article about using soap instead of “body wash” products, I neglected to discuss how using cakes of soap would reduce the amount of plastics that we dispose of.  It takes many years to get rid of the plastics and as many of us know, plastic waste is difficult to reduce or destroy, and many areas in our wonderful world are being damaged or destroyed by the terrible amount of plastic waste that is on our lands, in our forests and in our waterways – seas and rivers and creeks.

July each year is the month that many organisations promote the value of reducing plastics. The words of the Plastic Free July website reads “Plastic Free July^® is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution–so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities.”  

Please visit the website to learn more about this wonderful project. Click here. 

Don’t just do it in July, but look at all the ways that you can contribute to reducing plastic usage.

Reducing Plastic Ideas

There certainly is quite of activity in the manufacturing world about reducing plastics.  One product that I use now is laundry washing detergent sheets. Liquid clothes washing comes in large plastic containers, but there are now many products available that are cardboard packages with laundry sheets, and despite my initial reluctance, I won’t use anything else now.

I find them easier to use and strangely more economical. And the packs I use sit neatly on the ledge near my washing machine. My clothes are not generally very dirty, so have not been challenged in that area, but I am more than satisfied with the results.

I use the product re-stor which I have found in Woolworths Supermarkets – it is very economical too – I’ve saved a lot of money with this product.

Make a Plan to Reduce Plastic Use

As mentioned earlier, manufacturers are under pressure to reduce plastic usage – and everyone can play a part by refusing to buy some of these products.  Fruit and vegetables in the major supermarkets are often encased in plastic containers.  If possible, buy items that are not in these containers, or shop where they are not packed this way.

Often small markets have products loose, so you might need to take your own bags – preferably paper or some other easy packaging. Having your own homemade fabric bags might work for you. too!

Take Action to reduce your Plastic Useage

We must all take action to reduce the pollution of our lands and seas, so keep an eye out all the time to see how you can contribute to this major project.

What can you do to make a difference?