ReThink Disposable

Blogs from our national ReThink Disposable Team

The Reality of Reusable Plastics

April 3, 2023 | By Grayson Teals

The “correct” use of melamine foodware requires that the dish not be heated above 160 degrees. When food is served on melamine plates there is relatively low cross contamination from the plate to the food. However, once you put that plate in the microwave, you’re immediately pushing past that safety zone.

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ReThink Disposable Goes National!

December 6, 2022 | By Grace Lee

Clean Water Fund’s ReThink Disposable program has been awarded a NOAA Marine Debris Pollution Prevention Grant to launch ReThink Disposable in 6 of our Clean Water Action offices along the East Coast and the Great Lakes.

Break Bread with ReThink Disposable! Virtual Office Hours, November 2023

November 30, 2023 | Virtual

Whether you are a restaurant interested in reusable foodware, an NGO engaging with restaurants, civil entity promoting reuse, or concerned individual, you're invited to join our ReThink Disposable team for a monthly open and virtual office hour chat!

Break Bread with ReThink Disposable: Virtual Office Hours last Thursday of every month, 1 pm PT / 4 pm ET

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Plastic Free July 2022: Actions You Can Take to Reduce Your Single-Use Plastic Footprint!

June 29, 2022 | By María Muratalla Maes

Plastic Free July is a global movement that empowers us to be part of the solution to plastic pollution. The concept is simple: Participants are challenged to take account of their current plastic use and reduce their reliance on single-use plastics. Learn more and act now!

Get Ready for the Bag Ban in New Jersey!

Posted on March 30, 2022

Get those reusable bags ready! On May 4th, plastic carryout bags will no longer be allowed in New Jersey and if you don’t already bring your own reusable bag to the store, now is the time to start! At that time, all stores will be prohibited from providing single-use plastic carryout bags. Smaller

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Set Your Year Off Right: 17 Zero-Waste and Minimalist Tips for Decluttering Your Home

January 19, 2022 | By Grace Lee

There’s no a better time than the beginning of the year to make a change in your home. Setting the intention to declutter and create a more sustainable and zero-waste home is a great goal to start off your year. It can seem overwhelming to begin your minimalist journey. But don’t worry, we’ve reached out to the experts across the US and Canada so you can kick start the year by making your home more sustainable!