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Living without plastic : more than 100 easy swaps for home, travel, dining, holidays, and beyond

Allen, Brigette2020
Book
Every year, the world produces more than 300 million tons of plastic. These products will never break down and will endlessly pollute our oceans, air, land, and food chain. But the good news is that there are many steps, small and large, we can take to change our plastic-using habits. This illustrated book offers more than 100 suggestions in an accessible visual and gifty package. The introductory chapter walks readers through the different types of plastic and terminology. Then, starting with two of the most prevalent problems-the plastic water bottle and the plastic shopping bag-the book continues with the actions we can take each day to achieve a plastic-free life, organized into thematic lifestyle categories covering food, health and beauty, home, special occasions, and more. The information is presented in short actionable text, and the entries includes facts to help the reader understand why the change is a good one. Swap your to-go cup for a reusable mug or invest in metal straws; learn how to DIY your cleaning products, party decorations, and grocery bags; incorporate alternatives to plastic wrap, take-out containers, commercial cosmetic products, cotton balls, and water filters; find out how to avoid the toxins released from the plastic in your refrigerator, shampoo bottles, clothing, and office supplies. Living Without Plastic is an appealing and attractive guide to help readers end their relationship with plastic for good.
Imprint:
New York, NY : Artisan, a division of Workman Publishing Co., Inc., [2020]©2020
Collation:
255 pages : colour illustrations ; 21 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781579659400 (hbk)9781579659400 (hardback)
Dewey class:
640.286
Language:
English
BRN:
776554
LocationCollectionCall numberStatus/Desc
narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services-Home and LifestyleHOME 640.286 ALLEOn loan - Due: 07 Jul 2026
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