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New Book ‘Count Down’ Highlights How Toxic ...

Feb. 23 - A new book published today from leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologist Shanna Swan, Ph.D. shows how chemicals in our modern environment are negatively impacting human sexuality and fertility.

New Book ‘Count Down’ Highlights How Toxic Chemicals in Plastic Harm Human Health & Fertility
Coalition, Culture, Environment, General, Media, News, Ocean, Policy, Research
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New Survey Shows Broad Public Support for ...

Jan. 27 - Voters in four states expressed widespread approval for passing legislation to reduce plastic pollution in our communities, on land and in our waters, and ensure that polluters pay for the impacts of their products.

New Survey Shows Broad Public Support for Reducing Plastic Pollution, Improving Recycling, and Holding Manufacturers Responsible
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Amazon’s Big Role in Ocean Plastic Pollution

Dec. 15 - Company Generated More Than 465 Million Pounds of Plastic Packaging Waste in 2019 According to New Report by Oceana

Amazon’s Big Role in Ocean Plastic Pollution
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2020 Thoughtful Giving Guide

Nov. 12 - Our 2020 Thoughtful Giving Guide features a number of Plastic Pollution Coalition business members that offer Earth-friendly gifts suited for just about anyone on your shopping list.

2020 Thoughtful Giving Guide
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Over 125 health experts defend safety of ...

June 22 - Over 125 health experts from 19 countries signed onto a statement today assuring retailers and consumers that reusables are safe during COVID-19, pushing back on claims by the plastic industry.

Over 125 health experts defend safety of reusables during COVID-19 pandemic

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Take Action to Support the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act

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Take Action to Support the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act

Mar. 25 - Today Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Representative Alan Lowenthal (D-CA) reintroduced the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act.

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Comprehensive Federal Legislation Addresses the Plastic Pollution Crisis

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Comprehensive Federal Legislation Addresses the Plastic Pollution Crisis

Mar. 24 - The Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act of 2021 builds upon state and local laws across the country with proven plastic reduction strategies.

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California Lawmakers Propose Package of New Laws Tackling Plastic Waste Reduction

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California Lawmakers Propose Package of New Laws Tackling Plastic Waste Reduction

Mar. 10 - While celebrating advocacy for protection of natural resources during Ocean Day at the State Capitol, legislators announced a package of bills to address the mounting waste crisis affecting California’s coastline, landfills, and ratepayers.

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More than 250 Organizations Urge President Biden and Congress to Invest $1.3 Billion in Congressional Stimulus and Funding Bills to Address the Plastic Pollution Crisis

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More than 250 Organizations Urge President Biden and Congress to Invest $1.3 Billion in Congressional Stimulus and Funding Bills to Address the Plastic Pollution Crisis

Feb. 4 - New report by #breakfreefromplastic member organizations and allies identifies 13 solutions to reduce the environmental and health impacts of plastics.

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California: Stop the Plastic Pandemic and Make Foodware Accessories Upon Request

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California: Stop the Plastic Pandemic and Make Foodware Accessories Upon Request

Feb. 3 - Join Plastic Pollution Coalition in asking Governor Gavin Newsom to sign an emergency executive order to make foodware accessories upon request.

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New Survey Shows Broad Public Support for Reducing Plastic Pollution, Improving Recycling, and Holding Manufacturers Responsible

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New Survey Shows Broad Public Support for Reducing Plastic Pollution, Improving Recycling, and Holding Manufacturers Responsible

Jan. 27 - Voters in four states expressed widespread approval for passing legislation to reduce plastic pollution in our communities, on land and in our waters, and ensure that polluters pay for the impacts of their products.

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550 Groups Ask Biden to Solve Plastic Pollution Crisis With Eight Executive Actions

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550 Groups Ask Biden to Solve Plastic Pollution Crisis With Eight Executive Actions

Dec. 8 - Presidential Plastics Action Plan Urges Incoming President to Stop New Plastic Production, Regulate Petrochemical Industry, Reduce Plastic Pollution

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California Plastic Pollution Initiative Qualifies for Statewide Ballot

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California Plastic Pollution Initiative Qualifies for Statewide Ballot

Sept. 1 - The Plastics Free California initiative is heading to the November 2022 ballot after qualifying with 870,000 voters signatures — significantly more than the 623,212 signatures required.

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California Initiative to Fight Plastic Pollution Submits Petitions to Qualify for Statewide Ballot

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California Initiative to Fight Plastic Pollution Submits Petitions to Qualify for Statewide Ballot

Aug. 14 - Supporters of an initiative to reduce plastic waste submitted more than 870,000 voter signatures to qualify the Plastics Free California initiative for the ballot – significantly more than the 623,212 signatures required.

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Plastic Industry Exploits COVID-19 to Continue Polluting the Planet

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Plastic Industry Exploits COVID-19 to Continue Polluting the Planet

April 1 - Earlier this month, the Plastics Industry Association requested that the U.S. Department of Health endorse the idea that “single-use plastic products are the most sanitary choice when it comes to many applications,” amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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GREENPEACE: Industry should not exploit COVID-19 to push more plastic pollution

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GREENPEACE: Industry should not exploit COVID-19 to push more plastic pollution

Mar. 25 - As COVID-19 continues to spread, surrogates of plastics and petrochemical manufacturers have promoted fear of reusable bags in order to help industry sell more plastic.

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Youth Ambassador Madhvi Chittoor Makes April Plastic and Styrofoam Pollution Awareness Month in Colorado

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Youth Ambassador Madhvi Chittoor Makes April Plastic and Styrofoam Pollution Awareness Month in Colorado

Feb. 27 - Madhvi Chittoor, an 8-year-old Plastic Pollution Coalition Youth Ambassador from Colorado, U.S. has been advocating and working to stop plastic pollution since the age of 6.  

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Historic ‘Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act’ to Address the Plastic Pollution Crisis

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Historic ‘Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act’ to Address the Plastic Pollution Crisis

Feb. 11 - U.S. Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representative Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif.), and other congressional leaders will host a press event to unveil the historic Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act of 2020, legislation to tackle the exploding crisis of plastic pollution and transform waste and recycling management in the United States. 

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'Dark Waters' of Environmental Pollutants and Plastic Pollution

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'Dark Waters' of Environmental Pollutants and Plastic Pollution

Dec. 20 - The newly-released film ‘Dark Waters’ tells the true story of attorney Robert Bilott, known as “The Lawyer Who Became DuPont's Worst Nightmare.”

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Urge U.S. Congress to Stop Pro-Plastic Legislation

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Urge U.S. Congress to Stop Pro-Plastic Legislation

Nov. 20 - Plastic Pollution Coalition member Beyond Plastics is organization action to urge U.S. Congress to reject the pro-plastic Save Our Seas Act 2.0 (Senate Bill 1982).