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Explore books, articles, and documentaries that reveal the true impact of plastic pollution—and discover the ideas and solutions that can help us create a cleaner, healthier future.

📚 Books

Plastic Ocean: How a Sea Captain’s Chance Discovery Launched a Determined Quest to Save the Oceans
By Charles Moore
A firsthand account of discovering the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and sounding the alarm on our plastic crisis.
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Junk Raft: An Ocean Voyage and a Rising Tide of Activism to Fight Plastic Pollution
By Marcus Eriksen
The gripping story of sailing 2,000 miles across the Pacific on a raft made of plastic waste to raise awareness.
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Plastic Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit and How You Can Too
By Beth Terry
A practical, inspiring guide to reducing your own plastic footprint.
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Turning the Tide on Plastic: How Humanity (and You) Can Make Our Globe Clean Again
By Lucy Siegle
A clear-eyed look at plastic’s environmental cost—and what we can do about it.
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Garbage Land: On the Secret Trail of Trash
By Elizabeth Royte
A fascinating journey through the hidden world of waste disposal.
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Stemming the Tide: Land-Based Strategies for a Plastic-Free Ocean
By Lisa Kaas Boyle & Ocean Conservancy
A concise guide to stopping plastic pollution before it enters waterways.
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No More Plastic: What You Can Do to Make a Difference
By Martin Dorey
A short, actionable book for reducing disposable plastics in daily life.
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🎥 Documentaries

A Plastic Ocean (2016)
Follow researchers around the globe to uncover how plastic is choking our oceans.
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Bag It (2010)
A personal, surprisingly funny film that explores the hidden costs of plastic.
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Plastic Wars (2020)
Frontline exposes how the plastic industry has misled the public about recycling.
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The Story of Plastic (2019)
A sweeping investigation into plastic’s entire life cycle and its global impacts.
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Blue Planet II: Our Blue Planet (Episode 7)
David Attenborough’s acclaimed series highlights plastic’s impact on marine life.
Watch on BBC America

What You Can Do

Every action—big or small—adds up to real impact. Here are some ways you can help fight plastic pollution today:

✅ Share the Petition
Help spread the word by sharing our campaign with friends, family, and your community. The more voices we have, the more lawmakers will listen.
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✅ Contact Lawmakers
Call or email your representatives to tell them why you support a national charge on plastic bags. Your voice can help shape policy and inspire change.

✅ Take the Pledge
Commit to reducing your personal plastic use. Whether it’s carrying reusable bags, skipping single-use bottles, or saying no to straws, every choice matters.
Take the Pledge!

✅ Switch to Reusables
Make the switch to reusable bags, containers, and utensils. It’s one of the simplest and most effective ways to cut down on plastic waste in your daily life.
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✅ Donate
Your generosity fuels education, advocacy, and clean-up efforts. 100% of your donation goes directly to the Surfrider Foundation and Environment America, two leading nonprofits dedicated to protecting our coasts and reducing plastic pollution.
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✅ Stay Informed
Explore the books, articles, and documentaries above to keep learning about this issue. Knowledge fuels action—and inspires others to join you.
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Together, we can turn awareness into lasting change. Thank you for being part of the solution.

📰 Articles

National Geographic – Planet or Plastic?
A landmark feature revealing how plastic pollution has transformed the planet.
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New York Times – The Immense, Eternal Footprint Humanity Leaves in Nature
A deep look at the staggering scale of our waste legacy.
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Time – Do Plastic Bag Bans Actually Work?
Reporting on the effectiveness of bans and fees in reducing litter.
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The Guardian – A Million Bottles a Minute: The World’s Plastic Binge
An investigation into humanity’s addiction to disposable plastic.
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Science – Stemming the Plastic Tide
An evidence-based overview of strategies to reduce plastic waste before it hits the ocean.
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