International Day Without Plastic Bags
History of André Padilha - Distrito Federal, Brasil
International Day Without Plastic Bags is an initiative to raise awareness about the damage caused by plastic bags to the environment and promote the reduction of their use. This date is celebrated on July 3rd . Plastic bags are one of the biggest environmental pollutants, contributing significantly to ocean pollution, soil degradation and threats to wildlife. International Day Without Plastic Bags aims to educate people about the negative impacts of plastic bags and encourage the adoption of more sustainable alternatives, such as reusable bags, paper bags or other biodegradable materials. During this day, various campaigns and events are organized around the world to promote awareness and encourage individual and collective actions to reduce the use of plastic bags.