Tell Congress to Pass Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act

From the Climate Reality Project (https://www.climaterealityproject.org/):

One of the biggest environmental myths is that our plastic pollution problem will be solved by recycling and more conscious consumers. And while individual actions add up, the truth is that we need big systemic change that addresses the root cause of plastic pollution.

The Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act will do just that. The comprehensive legislation holds big plastic manufacturers and polluters responsible, rather than consumers or communities. It pauses construction on any new plastic-making facilities and begins to phase out single-use plastic products that aren’t recyclable.

Take action with us today at https://petitions.signforgood.com/break-free-from-plastics-act and tell Congress to pass the Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act.

Plastic pollution is killing wildlife and ending up in our oceans, waterways, and even food. Plus, creating plastic requires an immense amount of fossil fuels – in fact, more than 99 percent of plastics are made from fossil fuels and it’s only expected to get worse. And with many manufacturing facilities located in low-income communities of color, Black and brown residents are disproportionally impacted and harmed.

Companies and our elected leaders must protect our communities and put the health of people and the planet ahead of polluter profit. Tell Congress: pass the Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act now.

Thank you for taking action!