How many plastic bottles could your household save in a year?
2 Person Household
160
these numbers are based on customers using all refill products & with the average usage of each
The Facts: Environmental Impact
Reduction in Single-Use Plastic
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Plastic packaging makes up around 40% of global plastic use, most of which is single use.
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Refills eliminate the need for new plastic containers every time you buy a product - think cleaning products, laundry detergent, shampoo, body wash, skin care etc.
Global Plastic Waste Crisis
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Globally, we produce over 300 tonnes of plastic annually. Only about 9% is recycled and the rest goes to landfills, incineration, or the environment.
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If refill systems became mainstream, it is estimated that plastic waste from packaging could be cut by up to 20% globally by 2040.
The Real-World Impact
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The average UK household uses 500 plastic bottles a year, with many coming from toiletries and cleaning products.
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Switching to refill options for just 4 products can save approximately 20-30 plastic bottles per person, per year.
CO2 Emissions & Savings
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Refill systems reduce the energy and resources needed to manufacture, transport & dispose of new plastic.
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Reusing a bottle 3-10 times can cut emissions by 70% compared to single-use bottles.
If just 10% of UK households switched to refills for basic household items, it would prevent more than 60 million plastic bottles from being thrown away each year...
The Facts: Health & Wellbeing:
Reduce Indoor Air Pollution
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Many everyday household & beauty products contain volatile organic compounds that can evaporate into the air and pollute your indoor environment.
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Exposure to these compounds is associated with a variety of health issues.
Reduced Exposure to Toxins
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We do a lot of research to ensure all products are free from harsh chemicals and toxins that can be found in many conventional items. By shopping with us it will help minimise your exposure to many nasties found in many household cleaning and personal care products.
Impacts on our Health
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Many cleaning and beauty products often contain many nasty components, one example being phthalates.
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Phthalates are established endocrine disruptors that can interfere with thyroid and sex hormones. Prenatal and childhood exposure has been linked to developmental difficulties.
Benefits to Wellbeing
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Living closer to nature has been scientifically shown to reduce stress, enhance mood, and improve mental health. The foundation of what we do at The Conscious Collective is finding a way to live closer to nature in today's world.
Join us in creating a better future for Yourself & The Planet