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Reusable Water Bottles – Understanding the Reasons Why To Use Them

July 10, 2023 | By Marta Young

Many of us are trying to do the right thing by constantly carrying water or stopping to buy water along our busy daily route; but we need to stop drinking water from plastic bottles.

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Three Cheers for Franciscan Charities in Newark in Saying Goodbye Plastic and Hello Reusable Tableware!

June 27, 2023 | By Janet Tauro

Franciscan Charities of Newark took a giant step toward zero waste by committing to a total conversion from disposable food containers and utensils to reusable service ware!

The Path Toward Zero Waste: Updates and Looking Ahead

June 22, 2023 | By Lauren Cardenas

We’re fighting for a Zero Waste future in Massachusetts, and we couldn’t be doing it without you.

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Plastic Waste – Our Responsibility 

June 13, 2023 | By Marta Young

We can all make a difference. It doesn’t have to take much effort – just a change of habit. Producers of plastic and packaging must also be held accountable for their actions and required to stop the cycle of plastics and pollution. Together, we can make even more of a difference.

2023 MD Legislative Session Wrap Up

April 11, 2023 | By Emily Ranson and Jennifer Kunze

Every year, Maryland's General Assembly meets for just 90 days at the beginning of the year. It was a busy, hectic legislative session, and it just ended on Monday! We've been hard at work lobbying and organizing for clean air, clean water, and healthy communities. Here's how our top priorities fared!