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23.04.2021 11:07:01
UN Environment (UNEP) launched a global campaign to eliminate major sources of marine litter yesterday, including microplastics in cosmetics and the excessive, wasteful usage of single-use plastic by the year 2022.
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UN Environment (UNEP) launched a global campaign to eliminate major sources of marine litter yesterday, including microplastics in cosmetics and the excessive, wasteful usage of single-use plastic by the year 2022.
"Whether we choose to use plastic bags at the grocery store or sip through a plastic straw, our seemingly small daily decisions to use plastics are having a dramatic effect on our oceans," said Adrian Grenier. "We have the power to effect change.
Launched at the Economist World Ocean Summit in Bali, the #CleanSeas campaign is urging governments to pass plastic reduction policies; targeting industry to minimise plastic packaging and redesign products; and calling on consumers to change their throwaway habits – before irreversible damage is done to our seas.
Major sponsorship was provided by BMW of Southern California, Mikimoto, Twila True, Nolet Spirits, Ketel One Vodka, South Coast Plaza, Harriet E. Pfleger Foundation, Marisla Foundation and donors Tricia and Michael Berns, and Jean and Tim Weiss.
So, we ask ourselves, can we change? Can we do without plastic bottles, plastic bags, plastic food containers, plastic wrap and on and on. It seems we have chosen to make plastic straws a symbol of protest, reform and redemption.
“In too many places, I no longer recognize the sea of my youth when I dive because there is so much plastic,” she said. “I’ve seen things that my grandfather would consider a nightmare.” here
“Plastics,” Mr. McGuire says, standing outside of a luxurious home.
The passionate celebrity hosts were joined by notable friends supporting the cause, including Sally Pressman, Austin Nichols, Angela Kinsey, Oscar Nunez and Jason and Ashley Wahler. here
In the 1960s, when “The Graduate” was made, the Plastic Age was still in its infancy. Soon, the universe would be dominated by plastic everything.
Help make CA the biggest clean energy economy on earth! Vote YES on #SB100! pic.twitter.com/4h0Sa1x6sO — Shailene Woodley (@shailenewoodley) September 8, 2017
Natalie Portman might be the world’s most beautiful and famous vegan, and she was recently awarded an EMA Ongoing Commitment Award (alongside Michael Bloomberg and Russell Simmons) for her continued support of environmental issues. For 25 years, the EMA Awards have honored the most influential green leaders in entertainment, technology, and business, and Portman was added to the roster for her continued support for the ethical treatment of animals and other wildlife.
Pierce Brosnan is famously a lover of gardens, having attended programming through The Cultural Landscape Foundation in and around his home in Malibu. Brosnan’s love of plants extends beyond flora to fauna, however, as he’s been a vocal whistle blower with respect to Iceland’s illegal whaling industry– advocacy that got him inducted into the Environmental Hall of Fame in Chicago. Brosnan has also supposedly contributed over $1 million to various environmental organizations over the years (including the Natural Resources Defense Council, where he has served on the board, and Oceana’s Ocean Council). [links]
“Our Earth is in crisis because human activity is destroying the environment,” said the vegan animal rights activist and “Babe” actor in a heartfelt video posted to Twitter. “We’re addicted to fossil fuels and most of us are blissfully unaware what happens to these plastic water bottles when we throw them away. Worldwide, a million of these are purchased every day. So, what’s to be done? Since human beings have the capacity to destroy all life on the planet, we are therefore responsible for its survival. Taking responsibility creates a paradigm shift. That’s a change in the way we think so that we can survive on this glorious but finite planet… Join me. Take the pledge to replace any and all single-use disposable plastics for a reusable alternative.” here
“We have to do something about it. We have to beat plastic pollution. I’ve given up plastic and you should too. All you have to do is replace it with something reusable – like this canvas bag,” said the raconteur while showing viewers an example. “When they say ‘paper or plastic’ at a grocery store, you say neither ‘coz you got your own bag.” Begley added that forgoing plastic bags will also save people money since many outlets are implementing surcharges for the unsustainable material. here
Thank you @antonioguterres ! On #WorldEnvironmentDay & every day, you can make a difference by choosing to reduce/eliminate single-use plastic. We can create change, right wrongs & make this a better world. I tag @AlisonSudol , @IMKristenBell, @MarkRuffalo #BeatPlasticPollution pic.twitter.com/h9nYJNLon6 — JaneGoodallInstitute (@JaneGoodallInst) June 5, 2018
“I just learned, recently, that every minute a truckload of plastic waste pours into the ocean,” Hershey opened. “And it can take up to 1,000 years before it completely disintegrates. So, I’d like to get all single-use plastic out of my life. Starting, with plastic wrap. which is a tough one because even the biodegradable plastic isn’t quite there yet: it just breaks into smaller pieces.” Hershey continues to discuss a new favourite product of hers: silicone stretch wraps to use in place of single-use plastic cling wrap.
In light of World Environment Day, celebrities from a variety of professions are flocking to social media to promote a plastic-free planet.