By choosing products packaged in recycled plastic, we can help reduce the amount of plastic waste ending up in landfills and oceans.
The environmental impact of plastic production
Virgin plastic, or new plastic, is made from petrochemical raw materials such as petroleum or natural gas. The production of virgin plastics has a significant environmental impact. It contributes to air and water pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and the depletion of natural resources.
In addition, the disposal of virgin plastic waste is also a serious problem, as it takes hundreds of years to decompose. By choosing recycled plastic, we can reduce the demand for virgin plastics and minimize its negative impact on the environment.
The benefits of recycled plastic
Recycled plastic has many advantages over virgin plastic. First , it helps reduce the amount of plastic waste ending up in landfills or polluting our oceans. By using recycled plastic, we can give new life to materials that would otherwise take centuries to decompose.
Overall, choosing recycled plastic is a simple but effective way to contribute to a greener future.
Prevented Ocean Plastic - POP for short
An example of recycled plastic is Prevented Ocean Plastic (POP). POP is fully certified, recycled plastic that comes from coastal areas at risk of ocean plastic pollution. Plastic bottles that accumulate on beaches, coasts, and along major rivers that flow into the ocean are collected and recycled into new, sustainable packaging.
What makes POP better? When a bottle reaches the sea, salt water and sun quickly degrade the plastic, making it largely impossible to recycle. This makes collecting plastic bottles from the ocean more of a “litter pick-up” than an effort to recycle.
So the POP program addresses the root cause of the problem: preventing plastic from getting into the water in the first place.
How can we make a difference by choosing recycled plastic?
Choosing recycled plastic products can make a significant impact on the environment. Start by looking for products that clearly label or symbolize that they are made from recycled plastic, such as the recycled symbol or the phrase “made from recycled materials.” For POP packaging, look for the blue logo with the ocean symbol.
CYCLE concentrate in POP packaging
Supporting brands and companies that prioritize recycling and incorporate recycled plastic into their products encourages a circular economy and reduces demand for virgin plastic production.
Let's make conscious decisions together that contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.
