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By permanently replacing single-use disposable foodware with reusable alternatives, your tax-deducible donation will have a meaningful impact for years to come.
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ReThink Disposable, a program of Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund, aims to stop trash before it starts.
We work with local governments, businesses and institutions, and consumers of single use food packaging to inspire a cultural shift away from the single-use “throwaway” lifestyle.
By providing knowledge, guidance, and support, ReThink Disposable inspires change that leads to conserved resources, saved energy, and reduced litter polluting our oceans, lakes, and rivers.
Businesses
Organizations large and small are saving thousands of dollars each year, and winning over their customers in a whole new way by championing our movement. For businesses, ReThink Disposable is a "win-win". Reduce Waste, Save Money, and Go Green - Join us!
Governments
Governments are joining us to take the lead on the global plastic pollution problem. We partner with local and state governments to innovate new programs and policies to meet waste and litter prevention goals, reducing pollution in local waterways and beyond.
Community
We couldn't be successful without a movement of ReThink Disposable champions and leaders to bring about change in their communities. Here's how you can take ACTION now to reduce plastic pollution and be the change you want to see in the world!
Our Impact
28,000,000
Pieces of single use foodware items replaced yearly
277,390
Pounds of waste no longer created every year
$744,774
Annual cost savings
500+
Number of business & organizational partners
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ReThink Disposable - Participant Map
These businesses have partnered with ReThink Disposable to reduce waste by switching from single-use foodware items to sustainable alternatives. Stop by and show your support!
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The Problem - Our Throwaway Lifestyle
Many people forget that reduce and reuse come before recycling in the 3Rs of waste management (Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle). While recycling is certainly important, there is often too much focus on diverting single-use disposables from the landfill by recycling or composting instead of stopping this waste before it starts.
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ReThink Disposable Resources
Publications and Case Studies from our ReThink Disposable Team
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