Caroline Goucher send ECI this report:
Westport Eco-Congregation is supporting the ‘Plastic Free July’ again this year, and we are promoting #WeChooseReuse Campaign. As you know packaging/plastic waste is a huge problem here in Ireland. Our recycling rates are extremely low (31%) and we are seeing more plastic and unnecessary packaging on our shop shelves more than ever.
We see refill/reuse as the solution. That will help us to achieve our plastic and packaging recycling goals of 55% by 2030 (as part of the EU Directive). VOICE Ireland are joining forces with international partner Break Free from Plastic and we are supporting the #WeChooseReuse campaign by:
- Celebrating small businesses in Ireland who are already offering reuse solutions
- Asking individuals to sign the #WeChooseReuse Pledge
- Asking our political leaders to sign the open letter calling for more support for truly robust reuse systems to be put in place
- Asking our business owners to sign an open letter asking for more support
Our members have visited local businesses that are supporting the Refill Ireland initiative, and using the images as content for social media and continue to raise awareness. To find out more connect with Westport Eco-Congregation on social media or email us at [email protected] to find out more about our work.