Plastic Free July offers practical ways to live more sustainably and protect our planet for future generations.

What is Plastic Free July?

Plastic Free July is an annual campaign encouraging people to cut down on single-use plastics throughout the month of July. The initiative began as a simple challenge and has grown into a worldwide movement, engaging over 100 million participants in 190 countries. The goal is to raise awareness of plastic pollution and empower everyone to make small, sustainable changes that add up to a significant positive impact.

Why is Plastic Free July Important?

Each year, billions of tons of plastic end up in our oceans, harming wildlife and polluting natural habitats. It degrades into microplastics, which end up in our own bodies, and the extent of their health effects are still being determined. Plastic Free July highlights the urgent need to reduce our reliance on single-use plastics. Single use plastics are targeted because they are creating the most waste in the shortest time and are easiest to reduce and replace. By participating in Plastic Free July, individuals help drive change in consumer habits and influence businesses and governments to adopt more sustainable practices. Every action, no matter how small, contributes to a cleaner, healthier planet.

Take the Challenge! Commit to reducing or eliminating single-use plastics for the month of July.   .    Remember, every little effort counts!