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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Beyond Plastic Ecochallenge 2025 expert in no time!
Understanding the origins of plastic helps us see its environmental impact more clearly. I will spend 20 minutes learning how plastic is made — from fossil fuels to finished product — and reflect on how that knowledge influences my choices.
Plastics can leach harmful chemicals into food, water, and the air we breathe. I will spend 20 minutes learning about the health impacts of plastic exposure and explore safer swaps — like choosing glass or stainless steel over plastic for food storage and drinking water.
Understanding my plastic footprint is a powerful first step toward making change. I will complete a short online plastic calculator, like the one from rePurpose Global, to estimate my annual plastic use and explore ways to reduce it.
