Plastic pollution is a global problem, with over 350 million tonnes of plastic produced each year and half of that is only used once before being discarded.

While G Adventures has been working to reduce their plastic footprint for years, the greatest impact will happen with the support of the travellers, suppliers, and G employees. That’s why they’ve launched the Plastics Partnership Project to eliminate as much single-use plastic on their tours as possible. G is working with their accommodation partners to provide safe drinking water for refillable bottles wherever possible.

 

 

But this is only the beginning. Find out how you can help below!

 

Bring your own bottle

Help G Adventures bring down the number of single-use water bottles sold by making sure you bring a reusable bottle with you when you travel. They’re working to make safe drinking water available in as many G Adventures accommodations as possible and there are some great apps available that can help you find a refill spot in different countries around the world:

• Refill and Tap (United Kingdom)
• BlueW (Canada)
• RefillMyBottle (Southeast Asia)
• Choose Tap (Australia)
• Find more here

 

 

Tank the tiny toiletries

Miniature versions of your favourite cosmetics and toiletries are convenient for you, but not the planet. Bringing your own from home helps keep waste to a minimum, or you can travel light by swapping out heavy bottles for bars — and ditch plastic altogether.

 

Straws suck

Plastic straws are often put into drinks out of habit. Help drive change by making it clear that you don’t need a straw when you order. If you want to use one, why not take your own with you? There are loads of different reusable, plastic-free straws available online.

 

 

Remember your other reusables

Plastic-free eating on the go is easy when you take a set of reusable cutlery with you. Plus, a reusable coffee cup and tupperware box or other container will always come in handy. Don’t forget a reusable shopping bag for all those locally made souvenirs!

 

Plastic-free personal care

Did you know most cotton buds (swabs) and disposable wipes contain plastic? With just a little bit of research, you can easily find sustainable options using recycled paper, bamboo, or other biodegradable materials. Choose period products with a similar mentality, look for options without plastic applicators and minimal packaging, or switch to reusable options like washable, period-proof underwear or liners.

 

 

Eat local

When you eat local food you not only contribute to the local economy, but towards a lower environmental impact from how far the food has to travel. It’s also less likely to be followed by a chain of plastic packaging.

 

For more information, please visit gadventures.com

 

 

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