May Plastic Free

That was almost it again! Every year May is dedicated to plastic. A good initiative, which is precisely why Retulp gives simple tips to use less plastic not only in May, but also the rest of the year.

We all know by now that plastic waste is a global problem and it endangers animals and nature. However, 1 million (!) plastic water bottles are still bought every minute and one truck full of plastic waste ends up in the oceans every minute. (Info.meiplasticfree.be)

Enough reason to start it now, or continue it of course. From our experience, however, plastic-free living is harder than expected, which is why we offer 4 simple tips:

4 tips for living plastic-free(er)

Tip 1: Refuse single-use

Easily said and easily done! For starters, swap your plastic bottle for a reusable water bottle, not only will you be helping to reduce single-use plastic, but you'll also be taking better care of yourself. After all, water in plastic bottles contains 50% more microplastics than tap water, not something you want to ingest.

You can also refuse disposable cups by using your own thermos, refuse plastic bags by carrying a reusable bag for groceries from now on and pack your lunch in a reusable lunch box. There are countless other alternatives to disposable plastic.

Tip 2: Be prepared

Always be prepared when you are on the go. In addition to your reusable bottle and bag, bring your own cutlery and reusable straw. This way you can refuse plastic variants if there are no alternatives, and make a statement right away.

Tip 3: Live consciously

It's the standard tips that still make the difference. Try looking for alternatives more often. For example, buy your fruits and vegetables at the grocery store or at the market. Buy products in large packages instead of small ones, that way you don't have to buy a new package for every meal. Choose products, such as cleaning products, in refillable containers. Or buy products that are not wrapped in plastic at all, such as Nature box shampoo bars and Happy soap.

And if you do buy plastic containers; separate the waste properly and recycle as much as possible.

Tip #4: Take action!

For decades, advertisements have aired that a better environment starts with yourself. Big companies hide behind the idea that they only supply what consumers demand. But once there are little to no alternatives to plastic-wrapped products, consumers cannot be the only problem. In reality, change must also come from the biggest plastic polluters such as Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Nestlé and Unilever who produce more new plastic every year when, according to them, a circular economy is the solution.

We can change that by taking the lead as consumers and creating the support necessary for companies to see that things cannot go on like this.

A viewing tip on BNNVARA is "Grab the Power: The plastic scam. Tim Hofman highlights the plastic problem in an activating way in this episode.

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Plastic free with Retulp

Retulp is actively committed to a sustainable future by offering reusable and eco-friendly drinking bottles, significantly reducing the use of disposable plastic. With a focus on sustainability and responsibility to our planet, Retulp encourages everyone to live more consciously and refuse single-use alternatives. From sturdy stainless steel thermoses to practical lunch boxes, Retulp offers stylish and practical solutions that are not only good for you but also for the environment. By switching to products from Retulp, you contribute to reducing the plastic soup in the oceans and support initiatives that provide clean drinking water in developing countries. Also switch to sustainable products from Retulp and make a difference for a cleaner world.

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