Plastic Free July 2020: Get Inspired To Go Plastic Free!

The main goal is to reject single-use plastic, however, during this challenge it’s great to also engage with likeminded individuals, be informed about new solutions and stay inspired. Did you know every piece of plastic that’s been thrown away is still on the earth? Even biodegradable ones - so, let’s do something about it.

JOIN THE PLASTIC FREE JULY CHALLENGE

The first event is, obviously, the main event. Plastic Free July is a campaign run by the independent, non-profit organisation The Plastic Free Foundation. To celebrate Plastic Free July’s 10th year running, East Waste and Plastic Free SA are hosting a Zoom webinar (a seminar held over the internet). They will be exploring how to go plastic free by avoiding, reducing, reusing and recycling items. It’s also an opportunity to share stories of individuals and businesses that are making a difference.

When: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 26th or 30th July 2020

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THE STORY OF PLASTIC - FREE SCREENING AND PANEL DISCUSSION

‘The Story Of Plastic’ is a documentary film presented by The Story Of Stuff Project. They work to change the way we make, use and throw away ‘stuff’ with the hopes of making it more sustainable, they are also known for their nine non-profit, award winning animated films. Their latest film takes a sweeping look at the man-made crisis of plastic pollution and what companies, countries and people really can do to fix the problems. Join Oceana, The Chirping Bird Society, Sierra Club, Columbia Resilience, Gills Creek Watershed Association, Sustainable Midlands, 350.org, and Friends of the Earth for a free virtual screening and a discussion afterwards on the solutions posed in the film.

When: 3rd July 2020 | 12:00am - 13:00am BST

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ENVIRONMENSTRUAL WORKSHOP WITH YAS FOR MOUNTS BAY ACADEMY

This event, hosted by Yasmin Edwards - Environmenstrual Ambassador and Women's Environmental Network, works with City to Sea to provide people who menstruate with information about how different period products impact our health and the environment. Did you know that 90% of a period pad is plastic? It’s an open space to ask questions and discuss menstruation, whilst exploring new products that could help the environment and even provides discount codes to try them.

When: 3rd July 2020 | 2:30pm - 3:10pm BST

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LDC X GFX: SO YOU THINK YOU KNOW SUSTAINABLE FASHION: SAVE THE OCEANS QUIZ

Lone Design Club (LDC) is the antidote to fast fashion, representing ethical and independent designers. They are also known for their forward-thinking events that discuss the fashion industry and how to reform it. This time, they bring you an extra dosage of facts on sustainable fashion, but with a nautical twist. LDC and Global Fashion Exchange will be hosting a fun, interactive and informative charitable quiz on Zoom. With chances to win exclusive LDC prizes and hear discussions from industry experts such as, Patrick Duffy, Marko Matysik and Sophie Dunster.

When: 12th July 2020 | 5:00pm - 7:00pm BST

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‘A PLASTIC OCEAN’ FILM SCREENING

A Plastic Ocean is the award-winning feature length documentary produced in 2016 in which journalist Craig Leeson teams up with diver Tanya Streeter and an international team of scientists and researchers, as they travel to twenty locations around the world over the next four years to explore the fragile state of our oceans. Starring Sir David Attenborough, he praises the film as “the most important film of our time.” This free film screening is brought to you by by Ku-ring-gai Council - Sustainability Team.

When: 15th July 2020 | 9:00am - 11:00am BST

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AUTHOR TALK: QUITTING PLASTIC - HOW TO SWIM AGAINST THE GLOBAL PLASTIC TIDE

Clara Williams Roldan and Louise Williams are both co-authors of the book ‘Quitting Plastic’. Rebecca Prince-Ruiz, Plastic Free July Foundation founder praised the book; “the simple, practical tips in this inspiring guide will help you reduce plastic in your daily life and help the planet too - every little bit counts!” Join the mother daughter duo in a special talk about their personal journey to reduce their plastic use, real and practical actions you can take in your own life, with additional time allocated for an open ended Q&A session.

When: 16th July 2020 | 9:30am - 10:30 am BST

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DIY BEESWAX WRAP ONLINE DEMONSTRATION AND Q&A SESSION

Beeswax wraps are a sustainable and reusable alternative to single-use plastic packaging for your food. In this event hosted by Waverly Council, they demonstrate how to create your own beeswax wraps and how to effectively use them - a list of ingredients will be posted closer to the time. There is also a Q&A section for you to explore all the possibilities this new method provides.

When: 21st July 2020 | 9:30am - 10:30am BST

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WEBINAR: SUSTAINABLE FASHION - THE TRUE COST Q&A

The fashion industry is not innocent when it comes to plastics - some of the most used materials such as polyester, nylon and acrylic are created using petrochemicals from oil, which is a form of plastic. So, let’s discuss how fashion can be better! This event leads from the fashion documentary film, The True Cost, directed by Andrew Morgan. A link will be sent to you to watch the film and then panellists, Sandra Capponi, Alex van Os and Timothy Goh will be discussing methods of sustainable fashion, whilst taking your questions.

When: 30th July 2020 | 10:30am - 11:30am BST

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