Issues of the Environment: Zerowaste.org's Plastic Free July Challenge and other tips in reducing everyday plastic
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The episode discusses the Plastic Free July movement and ways to reduce plastic use in Washtenaw County.
Every day, the choices we make in our homes and communities connect to much bigger environmental stories. One of those connections is through Plastic Free July, a global movement encouraging people to reduce their reliance on single-use plastics. But what does that look like right here in Washtenaw County? Lydia McMullen-Laird is the co-founder and deputy director of the Ann Arbor-based Zerowaste.org. She and Rebekah Warren discussed ways residents can reduce their use of everyday plastic and how to participate in the 2026 Plastic Free July Challenge.
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