Pollution is one of the three interrelated planetary crises we face. In this final year of the #CleanSeas campaign, governments have a unique opportunity to help turn the tide by adopting policies to #BeatPlasticPollution. unep.org/news-and-stori…

ExxonMobil is the greatest single-use plastic waste polluter in the world, contributing 5.9m tonnes to the global waste mountain. Since most plastic is made from oil and gas the production of plastic is becoming a significant driver of the climate crisis. theguardian.com/environment/20…

Scientists began understanding the extent of #microplastic exposure in humans in 2013. Now, we know that inhaling and consuming #plastics can impact critical bodily functions: lat.ms/3xKBckj

Need to brush up on your plastic-recycling vs. composting awareness? Take this quiz to find out how much you really know! Share your results with your friends and challenge each other to do more 🍃 ow.ly/Jsab50FwiQ6

At the store or while online shopping, try asking yourself, "is the convenience of this product worth the time it takes for it to break down and harm the environment?" If the answer is no, #skipthestuff and go #plasticfree!

Sharyn Main, our Climate Resilience Program Director, spoke with KCLU about CEC's new report on cultivating resilience. The report focuses on Ventura County’s two billion dollar a year agriculture industry and how to make it more sustainable. Listen at: kclu.org/local-news/202…

We hope you enjoyed this week's #plasticfree bathroom & kitchen ideas! Let us know which ones you tried in the comments or by tagging us in your #plasticfreejuly posts 🌿 Here is one more blog post to check out before the week is over! #PlasticFreeSwaps ow.ly/Q08q50FwKRc

Did you know? The amount of single use plastic we have consumed worldwide is enough to wrap the entire planet in one gigantic plastic bag. Read CEC's latest blog written by Kathi King on why we need a circular economy and how we can take action, together: cecsb.org/blog/circular-…

Commit to Reuse! If we unite together, we can work towards a circular economy & sustainable future #WeChoosetoReuse ♻️ wechoosereuse.org/commit-to-reus…

Stay away from buying clothes made from virgin plastic and synthetic materials. “These fabrics may be cheap at the point of sale, but they form part of a petrochemical economy which is fueling runaway climate change and pollution." ow.ly/3ask50FxDRQ

🌊A MUST WATCH for anyone interested in #ConsumingConsciously #PlasticFreeJuly or #CircularEconomics ♲ In case you missed our Climate and Economics Webinar live, NOW is your chance to watch the recording: youtu.be/ZRaKcj0Tk80

"By thinking of the garments we wear as short term tools rather than long term investments, we contribute to wasteful consumption patterns that inevitably lead us towards drastic climate change." ow.ly/yjZP50FxEhx

"The fashion industry is facing heavy pressure to reduce carbon emissions and waste, not least from a new generation of consumers who demand more environmental accountability. This has given added impetus to the argument for circularity." #CircularEconomy ow.ly/cCn650FBXt4

Take a hard look at your clothing spending patterns. How often do you buy new items and what are the materials used? This week for #PlasticFreeJuly let's edit the way we shop fashion to have a more sustainable closet. ow.ly/hg4V50FxErb

#MakeFashionCircular The Jeans Redesign: The fashion industry is working together to change the way clothing is created. 👖♻️ Jeans are universal & timeless - making them the perfect starting point for the fashion industry. Click to watch now! youtu.be/_JTgcxeDHIg

We are pleased to announce that the Plastics Free CA initiative will be on the November 2022 ballot! This initiative will provide funds to reduce waste, shift the cost of recycling to companies, abate litter and create a more circular economy. Stay tuned for more details!

A Must Read: 5 designers modelling a ‘circular economy’ "I never stop being amazed by the fresh, perfect-looking thing that emerges from what was considered waste"- Simone Post, Designer of 'Post Adidas'. #CircularEconomy #CircularFashion ow.ly/bz2z50FBXnZ

A regenerative, circular, closed loop fashion industry is sustainable & necessary. Click the link to find out how the fashion industry is moving towards circularity ♲ ☞ What do you think about the changes happening in the fashion industry??? motif.org/news/circular-…

Happy Earth Day, everyone!! Follow CEC SB for the latest updates on our Earth Day 2022 event. Register here: sbearthday.org

🍃🌎SAVE THE DATE🌎🍃 Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival | April 29th-30th | Alameda Park Longest Running Green Car Show 🚙 Over 200 Eco-Friendly Exhibitors Plant Forward Food Court 🥙🌯 Beer & Wine Garden 🍻🍷 Kid’s Zone 2 Days of Music 🎶 Homegrown Roots Zone Stage Bike Valet 🚲