Take Out Anyone?
Next time you support our local restaurants, cut out plastic cutlery! When you place a take-out order, let the establishments know …
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The Plastics We Ingest
According to a recent study, over the course of 7 days the average person consumes 2,000 tiny particles and fibers …
Plastic-free Dental Products?
It might be hard to go plastic-free, but there are many new opportunities to reduce the plastic in your toothbrush, …
Advocate for a Plastic Bag Ban
Worried about those single-use plastic bags that seem to be everywhere? Become an advocate in your town or county for a …
Home Waste Audit
Here’s a good way to choose your goals for this Plastic Free July: Conduct a home waste audit. With a …
Reusable Bags
Overwhelmed with plastic? Yes, you can use a clean reusable bag now! Here’s how. First, learn and respect each store’s …
Reusable Water Bottles
It’s hot out there — don’t forget your reusable water bottle! Just wash it & reuse it, so you can …
Plastic Free Decorations
Planning a July 4th backyard celebration? Summer social-distancing party? Reduce plastic waste with creative decorating ideas. Say no to plastic …
When Buying Produce…
Buying plastic-wrapped or packaged fruits and vegetables creates plastic waste. Look for loose fruits and vegetables in your local grocery …
Plastic Free July Challenge
Here in Mercer County, we want to encourage our residents to reduce the amount of plastics in their lives. So we …
Mercer County Sustainability Coalition 