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How to Avoid Microplastics with Simple Swaps, Reuse and Refill Systems, and Real Solutions to Plastic Pollution

Worried about microplastics since streaming The Plastic Detox on Netflix? Follow along to discover practical ways to cut back on plastic, steer clear of microplastics, and back lasting systemic solutions for a plastic-free future!

Beyond Single Use Plastics - Rethink Plastic talkshow

On March 27th, Rethink Plastic hosted its second after-work talkshow in Brussels, in a museum-like environment taking us straight into a plastic-free future.

Matt Franklin

March 27, 2018

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Zero waste key to achieving circular economy of cities, experts say

Jed Alegado

March 19, 2018

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Global campaign challenges Starbucks to keep its promise to curb plastic pollution, create 100% recyclable cup

Leading environmental organizations launch “Starbucks: Break Free From Plastic” campaign to confront coffee giant on its plastic pollution problem prior to annual shareholder meeting in Seattle

Dawn Marie Elisse Mundo

March 13, 2018

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Plastic Diets in Zero Waste Cities are the Solution to Plastic Pollution

The International Zero Waste Cities Conference was attended by speakers and participants from 12 countries to talk about creating zero waste cities, where every single piece of trash produced in the city biodegrades in nature or circles back to become raw material for production, so that very little trash is sent to landfills.

Dawn Marie Elisse Mundo

March 9, 2018

Corporate Accountability, News, Press Release

Corporations Told: Own Up to Global Plastic Crisis

Companies producing and earning from their problematic products should take on the responsibility for the global plastic pollution.

Jed Alegado

March 8, 2018

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When Justice Becomes a Tool Against Plastic: The Work of Direito Coletivo in Brazil

September 30, 2026 by Break Free From Plastic LAC

Brazil’s Instituto de Direito Coletivo demonstrates how strategic litigation, research, and networking can transform the fight against plastic pollution and defend the rights of those who suffer its consequences READ MORE

Press Release, Plastics & Health

A Three-Day LAC Regional Meeting to Share and Shape the Future of Our Movement

September 29, 2026 by Break Free From Plastic LAC

From September 3 to 5, members of GAIA and Break Free From Plastic in Latin America gathered in Santiago, Chile, to share experiences, celebrate achievements, and establish strategic priorities to continue strengthening the movement. The meeting brought together 44 organizations from 14 countries in the region.READ MORE

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Organizations, the government sector, and grassroots waste pickers call for accelerating waste management as a strategy to address climate change

September 12, 2026 by Break Free From Plastic LAC

The International Zero Waste Seminar brought together representatives from 26 municipalities and 45 organizations from more than 15 countries in Chile to discuss the potential of organic waste to reduce methane emissions and the transition toward zero-waste models READ MORE

Press Release, Policy

Latin American and Caribbean Organizations Faced with the Lack of Participation in the 2026 Plastics Treaty Negotiations

September 03, 2026 by Break Free From Plastic

Civil society organizations raise concerns on “informal” meetings that have been taking place among heads of government delegations for negotiating the Global Plastics Treaty. Conducted behind closed doors and without access for observer organizations, the meetings limit the transparency of the process and prevent informed participation by civil society.READ MORE

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Beyond Single Use Plastics - Rethink Plastic talkshow

Zero waste key to achieving circular economy of cities, experts say

Global campaign challenges Starbucks to keep its promise to curb plastic pollution, create 100% recyclable cup

Plastic Diets in Zero Waste Cities are the Solution to Plastic Pollution

Corporations Told: Own Up to Global Plastic Crisis

Recent Posts

When Justice Becomes a Tool Against Plastic: The Work of Direito Coletivo in Brazil

A Three-Day LAC Regional Meeting to Share and Shape the Future of Our Movement

Organizations, the government sector, and grassroots waste pickers call for accelerating waste management as a strategy to address climate change

Latin American and Caribbean Organizations Faced with the Lack of Participation in the 2026 Plastics Treaty Negotiations

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