The efforts of governments and retailers will go to waste if we, the consumers, don’t contribute to the reduction of plastic usage. Yes, you’re used to it. It’s convenient. But there are other, better alternatives. We just need to shift our mindsets and create new habits.

Here are some every day suggestions:

• Start by bringing your own eco-friendly shopping bags and reuseable water bottles.
• Reuse and Recycle your plastics at home. You can take them to a nearby recycling center.
• Choose businesses that support the effort to reduce plastic bag/bottle/cups/cutlery/straws usage.
• Let’s start educating our children about the plastic problem so they will continue the efforts and go green themselves.
• Spread awareness by not accepting plastic bags or straws from retailers and bars.
• Stop using plastic altogether. Remember, if it's tough, it means it's possible ;)