Written by Isa R and Sandy N at Half Moon Bay
The month of July is mainly known for Independence Day in the United States, but did you know that it is also known as “Plastic Free July”? The movement was started in Western Australia in 2011 by Rebecca Prince-Ruiz and a small group of people in the local government. Since then, Plastic Free July has grown into an international movement across 190 countries with more than 100 million participants in 2024! The goal of Plastic Free July is to create awareness and cut down consumption of single use plastics in our everyday lives.
Participation is Easy
- You can start small by eliminating one of the four main single-use plastics in your life. These are plastic bags, bottles, straws and coffee cups.
- You can take the Plastic Free July challenge
- Encourage your family and friends to eliminate single-use plastics
- Record and share your progress on social media to create awareness
- Get involved by checking out these resources
San Mateo County Libraries is here to help you take on Plastic Free July! Check out these great book picks to learn more about what it’s like to live with less plastic. Whether you're just getting started or looking for new ideas, we've got resources to inspire and support you on your journey toward a cleaner, plastic-free lifestyle.
Don’t forget to join San Mateo County Libraries this July for a month full of fun, eco-friendly programs!
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