Plastic Free July aims to raise awareness of issues with single-use disposable plastic and challenges people to do something about it.
Join millions world-wide from over 130 countries to make difference.
Join millions world-wide from over 130 countries to make difference.
Plastic Free Schools
There are heaps of easy ways your school can participate in Plastic Free July!
Check out some of the Plastic Free July school case studies here.
- Host a Morning Tea for staff or students;
- Conduct a DIY audit for your classroom or school;
- Check out 'The Story of Stuff Project', and learn about the problems of micro-fibers and bottled water.
- Watch 'Bag It' and have discussion in class about the the problems of plastic, and how we can reduce our consumption
- Attend a local beach cleanup, or start your own! It doesn't have to be a beach- it could be your school or local park.
- Take the Less to Landfill Challenge in your class or site!
Check out some of the Plastic Free July school case studies here.
Plastic Free Individuals
Want try the Plastic Free July Challenge on your own? No problem! There are tons of great resources at sites like plasticfreejuly.org and 1millionwomen to help you go Plastic Free in your home and workplace. Also make sure you have a look below at the fantastic events happening here in Adelaide to help you get on-track.
Events in Adelaide
Plastic Free July PreparationThis workshop focuses on the easy ways to make a difference in your everyday lives. Environmental pollution can be tackled in the shopping aisle. With tips and tricks on how to live a life less plastic - we’ll cover shopping, food, cleaning and body care choices.
Cost: FREE When: 26th June, 5:45-6:30 pm Where: The Joinery, 111 Franklin St, Adelaide The Clean Bin Project: Film night and community dinnerCome along for an evening of shared food and conversation, followed by a free screening of 'The Clean Bin Project'
6 pm - Potluck community dinner 6.45 pm - Guest speaker: Q&A with Niki Wallace. 7 pm - Film Screening Cost: FREE When: 6th July, 6:00-9:00 pm Where: The Joinery, 111 Franklin St, Adelaide How to go plastic free on the run!
Join us for a workshop that will show us tips on packing work or school lunches and snacks without the use of ‘single-use’ Cost: Free! When: 12th July, 6:30pm Where: Adelaide South West Community Centre, 171 Sturt St, Adelaide |
Eco Families Adelaide: PFJ PrepBring along your baby or toddler to our group exploring eco and sustainable living for families. Sessions are family-friendly and all are welcome.
Cost: FREE When: 28th June, 10:30-11:30 am Where: The Joinery, 111 Franklin St, Adelaide Sea Shepherd Beach CleanupAdelaide's Marine Debris team are partnering with the City of Onkaparinga to launch Plastic Free July with a Community Beach Clean Up at the Christie Creek exit onto Christies Beach.
Join us for the beach clean up to see the type of litter that ends up polluting our waterways and then take part in our challenge. When: 9th July, 10:45 am-12pm Where: Christies Beach, Esplanade, Adelaide, South Australia 5165 Plastic Free July ExpoThis workshop focuses on the easy ways to make a difference in your everyday lives.
Participants can tour through the make-your-own cleaning and beauty product stations, and take free samples home. Product displays and a chance to purchase plastic alternatives from local plastic free traders will be available on the night. Cost: Free! When: 24th July, 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm Where: The Joinery, 111 Franklin St, Adelaide Plastic Free July DIY WorkshopA practical, hands-on workshop to make your own beeswax wrap, produce bag and deodorant. A fantastic opportunity to reduce your plastic usage, keep what you create, and take home the know-how on how to create these re-useable items again.
Cost: $15/$13 concession When: 29th July, 10am- 12pm and 12:30pm-2:30pm Where: The Joinery, 111 Franklin St, Adelaide |
Join the conversation!
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