For once - let's give ourselves a clap on the back and say well done. Australia is quite rapidly phasing out lots of single use plastics. Which is great. Lots of things we have been advocating for are actually happening!

Most states and Territories are quite advanced in the phase out of single use plastics from cotton buds, to plastic bags and coffee cups.

In this episode - we talk about how mushroom packaging can be a real and environmentally friendly alternative to expanded polystyrene or styrofoam.

It seems like a win win and has no reduction in utility or ease of use for consumers

In this episode - we discuss what policies we would push as regards the environment and recycling if we were runing for election in the 2022 Federal Election.

Lots of parties are spruiking their environmental policies - so we join the fray!

How To Get Men To Say No To Plastic! Recycle: Don't Be A Waster!

Men can be stubborn - i know - I am super stubborn.

But - this week I stopped using plastic bottles. I learned about the impact plastic has on reproductive health and sperm count.

Is Donating Better Than Recycling. Recycle: Don't Be A Waster!

It is always good to reuse or donate an item rather than recycling - or even worse - dumping.

However - donating in 2022 may not be as easy as we would like.

We look at some options that are available.

Microplastics - I Do Not Like Them! Recycle: Don't Be A Waster!

Plastics have lots of environmental negatives - and you can certainly add the issue of microplastics to that growing list.

There is now evidence that microplastics are in sealife, salt, beer, bottled water and now even human blood and organs!

Is it not time we all started asking some questions?

We hear it all the time - and many companies argue recycling can save you money - so we investigate!

Can recycling save you money?

Yes - up to a point but in 2022 it will not reduce your costs to zero - and at a certain point it will be cost neutral at best.

Let's Talk About A Problem Called Food Waste: Recycle - Don't Be A Waster!

In today's podcast we discuss what to do with food waste from composting, to food waste bins - and covering biogas, waste to water machines and worm farms.

What more could you want?

Are you not entertained?

We look at a recycling plan in the context of a shopping centre food court.

Why are small achievable steps really important?

Sometimes it is best to achieve 50% than aim for the sky and achieve nothing.

Do they work to boost recycling. We look at some facts.

Can you earn a living collecting bottles and cans?

We also look at a new bag that can help you boost your bottles and cans.