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Imagining an Economy Where You Dont Have to Buy Anything | Solving Plastic The Story of Stuff Project 2022-12-21 | What if we didn't have to spend any money on the things we need, and could instead get them from our neighbors and build a stronger community in the process? When Liesl Clark and Rebecca Rockefeller started the Buy Nothing Project, that's what they set out to create. With hundreds of groups around the world now, the infrastructure of Buy Nothing could transform our economy into one where resources are cycled rather than wasted.Is there a plastic solution in your community that you'd like us to profile? Drop us a comment below and they may get added to our list!Take the quiz to see if you can spot real plastic solutions:action.storyofstuff.org/survey/solving_plasticFind us on social media:twitter.com/storyofstufffacebook.com/storyofstuffinstagram.com/storyofstuffThis video features Buy Nothing Project. To learn more about them and download their app, visit: buynothingproject.orgLearn more about Solving Plastic:storyofstuff.org/movies/solving-plastic
The reusable shipping bags that could solve online shoppings plastic problem | Solving Plastic The Story of Stuff Project 2022-12-01 | In 2018, a total of 13.5 billion packages were shipped in the United States — that's a whole lot of single-use plastic packaging. Companies like RePack are beginning to offer an innovative new business model, leasing reusable bags to retailers that sell goods online. Using a service like RePack can save up to 80% of CO2 emissions from shipping and reduce packaging waste by 99%.Is there a plastic solution in your community that you'd like us to profile? Drop us a comment below and they may get added to our list!Take the quiz to see if you can spot real plastic solutions:action.storyofstuff.org/survey/solving_plasticFind us on social media:twitter.com/storyofstufffacebook.com/storyofstuffinstagram.com/storyofstuffThis video features RePack, a company operating in Europe and the US. Check them out at: repack.comLearn more about Solving Plastic:storyofstuff.org/movies/solving-plastic
The Repair Model That Could Save the Fashion Industrys Environmental Impact | Solving Plastic The Story of Stuff Project 2022-11-04 | The apparel industry is churning out new designs so quickly that its inventory can almost be considered single-use plastic. In the outdoor world, most clothing designed for camping, hiking, and other rugged conditions uses nylon and polyester, fibers made from plastic. Enter Repair Lair: a Minneapolis-based shop repairing and selling second-hand outdoor clothing and gear, extending its lifetime. Repair Lair is one of many companies transforming the apparel industry, leading the way with a revolutionary business model to keep our clothes out of landfills.Is there a plastic solution in your community that you'd like us to profile? Drop us a comment below and they may get added to our list!Take the quiz to see if you can spot real plastic solutions:action.storyofstuff.org/survey/solving_plasticFind us on social media:twitter.com/storyofstufffacebook.com/storyofstuffinstagram.com/storyofstuffThis video features Repair Lair, a company operating in Minneapolis, Minnesota; U.S.Learn more about Solving Plastic:storyofstuff.org/movies/solving-plastic
The Vending Machines That Could End Single-Use Plastic | Solving Plastic The Story of Stuff Project 2022-10-19 | Algramo makes zero-waste shopping accessible to people in middle- and lower-income neighborhoods in Chile by using vending machines to refill containers. The company is seeking to solve the “poverty tax” faced by low-income families that cannot buy in bulk as smaller packages can be up to 40% more expensive due to logistical inefficiencies, marketing, and packaging.Is there a plastic solution in your community that you'd like us to profile? Drop us a comment below and they may get added to our list!Take the quiz to see if you can spot real plastic solutions:action.storyofstuff.org/survey/solving_plasticFind us on social media:twitter.com/storyofstufffacebook.com/storyofstuffinstagram.com/storyofstuffThis video features Algramo, a company operating in Chile and the UK.Learn more about Solving Plastic:storyofstuff.org/solving-plastic
The Indigenous Fight Against Big Oil in the Arctic Circle | The World We Need The Story of Stuff Project 2022-10-10 | Alaska is melting at twice the rate of the rest of the world, and with it, the livelihoods of its Native people. Now, Big Oil is trying to disrupt the ecosystem even more by drilling the Arctic Circle. Watch as Bernadette Demientieff of the Gwich’in people illustrates the fight to save her ancestral lands and the caribou that her people are deeply intertwined with.The World We Need is a new book offering a vivid look at the people protecting America’s communities against environmental degradation and racism. The Story of Stuff Project is partnering with Grist and TheNewPress to produce a short video series highlighting four of these phenomenal activists, one of whom is Bernadette Demientieff, Executive Director of Our Arctic Refuge. Find more about the people in the book: theworldweneed.com Learn how you can support OAR: ourarcticrefuge.orgLearn more about the animated series at storyofstuff.org/movies/the-world-we-needFind us on social media:instagram.com/storyofstuff twitter.com/storyofstuff facebook.com/storyofstuff
Our community helped save a small NYC recycling center from eviction | The Story of Stuff Project The Story of Stuff Project 2022-08-25 | Sure We Can, the only non-profit, unhoused-friendly redemption center in New York, was on the verge of eviction for years. The space serves more than 400 canners, provides educational activities for schools and universities, and promotes sustainability, recycling, and composting. What’s more, Sure We Can is incredibly effective at removing tens of millions of plastic, aluminum, and glass containers from the waste stream. Our community was able to raise over $15,000 to contribute towards their purchase of the lot they've been renting, and they've now secured a permanent home. From all of us, we thank you.
Fighting Gentrification in Brooklyn | The World We Need The Story of Stuff Project 2022-08-03 | How do we save the planet if we can’t protect our own people? In the Brooklyn neighborhood of Sunset Park, the community is coming together to fight gentrification and rising housing prices. Watch as Adan Palermo tells us the story of his work to protect their vibrant culture.The World We Need is a book offering a vivid look at the people protecting America’s communities against environmental degradation and racism. The Story of Stuff Project is partnering with Grist and The New Press to produce a short video series highlighting four phenomenal activists, the third of whom is Adan Palermo. Find more about the people in the book at theworldweneed.com/.Learn more about the animated series at storyofstuff.org/movies/the-world-we-need Find us on social media:instagram.com/storyofstuff twitter.com/storyofstuff facebook.com/storyofstuff
Solving Plastic Ep. 4 | The Foodware Solution That Every Restaurant Needs ft. Meals on Wheels The Story of Stuff Project 2022-06-03 | This Meals on Wheels program serving 25,000 meals a week saved $32,000 in just the first year after switching to reusable containers. What if every food service program and restaurant adopted the same practice?Is there a plastic solution in your community that you'd like us to profile? Drop us a comment below and they may get added to our list!Take the quiz to see if you can spot real plastic solutions:action.storyofstuff.org/survey/solving_plasticFind us on social media:twitter.com/storyofstufffacebook.com/storyofstuffinstagram.com/storyofstuffThis video features Spectrum Meals on Wheels in Alameda, California.Learn more about Solving Plastic:storyofstuff.org/solving-plasticFind Beyond Plastics' guide for reusable trays for Meals on Wheels programs:beyondplastics.org/meals-on-wheels
Solving Plastic Ep. 3 | The System That Can Completely Eliminate Single-Use Bottles The Story of Stuff Project 2022-05-19 | Double Mountain Brewery teamed up with eight other Oregon-based breweries to design a standardized, refillable glass bottle that can be refilled and used over and over again. What can the world learn from their system? Is there a plastic solution in your community that you'd like us to profile? Drop us a comment below and they may get added to our list!Learn more about Solving Plastic:storyofstuff.org/solving-plasticTake the quiz to see if you can spot real plastic solutions:action.storyofstuff.org/survey/solving_plasticFind us on social media:twitter.com/storyofstufffacebook.com/storyofstuffinstagram.com/storyofstuff
Solving Plastic Ep. 2 | Designing Plastic Out of Household Products ft. Blueland The Story of Stuff Project 2022-04-29 | How can we use design to creatively re-imagine our world without single-use plastic? In many cases, it's just a matter of thinking outside of the bottle.The plastic crisis is out of control, and corporations are trying to distract us with false promises like recycling and ocean clean-ups. But there are much simpler, more creative ways to solve this waste problem — ones we can start with today. The Story of Stuff Project is pleased to present our latest series, Solving Plastic, wherein we spotlight viable, simpler, and efficient solutions that drive us away from plastic and promote real system change.Is there a plastic solution in your community that you'd like us to profile? Drop us a comment below and they may get added to our list!Learn more about Solving Plastic:storyofstuff.org/solving-plasticTake the quiz to see if you can spot real plastic solutions:action.storyofstuff.org/survey/solving_plasticFind us on social media:twitter.com/storyofstufffacebook.com/storyofstuffinstagram.com/storyofstuff
Solving Plastic Ep. 1 | What if a solution to the plastic crisis is closer than we think? The Story of Stuff Project 2022-04-22 | The plastic crisis is out of control, and corporations are trying to distract us with false promises like recycling and ocean clean-ups. But there are much simpler, more creative ways to solve this waste problem — ones we can start with today. The Story of Stuff Project is pleased to present our latest series, Solving Plastic, wherein we spotlight viable, simpler, and efficient solutions that drive us away from plastic and promote real system change.Is there a plastic solution in your community that you'd like us to profile? Drop us a comment below and they may get added to our list!Learn more about Solving Plastic:storyofstuff.org/solving-plasticTake the quiz to see if you can spot real plastic solutions:action.storyofstuff.org/survey/solving_plasticFind us on social media:twitter.com/storyofstufffacebook.com/storyofstuffinstagram.com/storyofstuff
The World We Need: Sharon Lavignes Story of RISE St. James The Story of Stuff Project 2021-08-25 | What would you do if you didn't have clean air to breathe? The people of St. James Parish, Louisiana have had to live that reality for decades as a result of toxic pollution from plastic production plants. Watch as Sharon Lavigne, 2021 Goldman Environmental Prize recipient, illustrates the fight to save their community.The World We Need is a new book offering a vivid look at the people protecting America’s communities against environmental degradation and racism. The Story of Stuff Project is partnering with Grist and The New Press to produce a short video series highlighting four phenomenal activists, the second of whom is Sharon Lavigne, founder of RISE St. James. Find more about the people in the book at theworldweneed.com and learn how you can support RISE on their website, stopformosa.org.
Eric Enos Story of Kaʻala: Hawaii Taro Farming | The World We Need The Story of Stuff Project 2021-06-08 | Eric Enos' Story of Kaʻala: Hawai'i Taro Farming | The World We Need dives into the Native Hawaiian journey of restoring O'ahu's taro farms and reviving an essential cultural practice.Eric is the co-founder and Executive Director of Ka‘ala Farm, Inc., a Wai‘anae based community organization that has operated the Cultural Learning Center at Ka‘ala for nearly three decades. Visit their website kaalafarm.org or find them on Instagram at instagram.com/kaala_farm/. The World We Need is a new book offering a vivid look at the people protecting America’s communities against environmental degradation and racism. The Story of Stuff Project is partnering with Grist and The New Press to produce a short video series highlighting four of these phenomenal activists, the first of whom is Eric Enos. Find more about the people in the book at theworldweneed.com/. FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuff Twitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuff/
The Story of Plastic (Animated Short) The Story of Stuff Project 2021-04-21 | The Story of Plastic (Animated Short) pulls back the curtain on the plastic pollution headlines, revealing the true causes and consequences of the global plastics crisis. To watch the full documentary and take action for a plastic-free future, visit storyofstuff.org/storyofplasticWATCH "THE STORY OF PLASTIC" DOCUMENTARY:Visit storyofplastic.org to learn how you can organize a screening of The Story of Plastic feature-length documentary, released April 2020.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuff/Twitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuff/CREDITS:Narration by Tiza MafiraAnimation by Ruben DeLuna CreativeWritten & produced by Brett Chamberlin, Michael O'Heaney, and Ruben DeLunaBased on The Story of Plastic documentary, directed and produced by Deia Schlosberg
Nestlé’s Troubled Waters Virtual Rally The Story of Stuff Project 2021-03-19 | Thank you for joining the Virtual Rally to Reclaim Nestlé’s Troubled Waters! To donate or take action, visit www.storyofstuff.org/nestle – or follow the links below to connect with coalition partners in your region:• Our Santa Fe River (Florida): oursantaferiver.org* Wellington Water Watchers (Ontario): wellingtonwaterwatchers.ca* Michigan Citizens for Water Conservation: savemiwater.org* Community Water Justice (Maine): communitywaterjustice.com* Unbottle and Protect Chaffee County (Colorado): unbottle-protect.org* Central Colorado Climate Coalition: www.facebook.com/groups/central.colorado.climate.coaltion _MUSICAL PERFORMERS_* Tune-Yards, an Oakland-based duo comprised of Merrill Garbus & Nate Brenner, formed in 2006 and have always been synonymous with forward movement—whether because of the group's explosive performance style, the always-surprising way in which their songs unfold, or the lines Merrill draws between music and social activism. Beginning in 2014 they raised money to begin The Water Fountain, a fund for water-related causes which has donated over $75,000 to various nonprofits since its inception. The band’s forthcoming record, ‘sketchy.’ will be released March 26. Preorder the record here: tuneyards.ffm.to/sketchy.hhn* Alysha Brilla is a 3x Juno Award nominated artist, multi-instrumentalist, music producer and creative wellness facilitator currently producing her fifth self-produced full length record, 'The Body'; blending global roots sounds with expansive lyrical themes and meditative undertones. alyshabrilla.com_ADDITIONAL THANKS_* Production by We&Goliath – virtual conferences and campaigns for good causes weandgoliath.com* Plastic Service Announcement by Lonely Whale: lonelywhale.org* Thanks to all our speakers and guests!
How the Ocean Brings Us Together The Story of Stuff Project 2021-02-25 | The ocean has kept us fed, helped us move around the globe, and brought us so much joy for centuries. The laws and policies that we pass today can help protect the ocean for the generations to come.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/pQ6N
#NoPlasticsBailout The Story of Stuff Project 2020-07-22 | Big Plastic is using the pandemic to increase single-use plastic production and now they’re asking for a taxpayer bailout to keep polluting. We can build back better by supporting the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act. Ask your congress member to co-sponsor the bill 👉🏽 bit.ly/support-bffppa#NoPlasticsBailout #BreakFreeFromPlastic FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0MlfHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C1sCc
Injustice in the Air (The Shift, Episode 11) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-06-30 | According to a new study, being exposed to high levels of air pollution increases the likelihood of COVID-19 hospitalizations and death, with the poor and people of color bearing the brunt. Could the pandemic become a tipping point inspiring us to consider the distribution of risk and to invest in healthier communities?Join a conversation with Harvard’s Dr. Francesca Dominici with NAACP and Cancer Free Economy's Kimathi Boothe.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C1XuHHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C18Pi
Cooperatives, Collectives, and Mutual Aid (The Shift, Episode 10) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-06-27 | From trade unions to the local grocery co-op, join a conversation with Shavaun Evans, Co-Director of New Economy Coalition and Andrew Delmonte, Director of Cooperative Development of PUSH Buffalo to learn how working cooperatively creates safer, stronger, and more just communities.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C1XuH
Environmental Racism (The Shift, Episode 9) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-06-13 | Join a discussion with Jamie Margolin, founder of Zero Hour, as she talks about environmental racism and her journey as a youth climate activist. FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C1XuH
Black Liberation Economies (The Shift, Episode 8) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-06-06 | The coronavirus pandemic and growing national movement for racial justice and police accountability both raise difficult questions about how well our society distributes resources and protects human lives. In both crises, we see that people of color suffer the most. Yet, we see beautiful expressions of solidarity, powerful systems of mutual aid, and urgent demands for a just transition to a better future.Join a conversation with activist and youth organizer Joshua Dedmond of Cooperation Jackson, and Detroit MC and cultural organizer, Owolabí William Copeland aka Will See.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C1OQQ
Amazon’s War Against Their Workers (The Shift, Episode 7) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-05-30 | Amazon whistleblower and labor rights activist, Chris Smalls, discusses the grueling working conditions of working as a warehouse employee and exposes Amazon’s tactics on how they silence people who question their authority.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C1OQQ
Finding Purpose in a Pandemic (The Shift, Episode 6) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-05-22 | Join a conversation with Founder of Shoot For Change and photojournalist, Timothy Bouldry, who quit his job as a yoga teacher in New York and followed his passion to travel the world and tell the stories of the people who live and work at dumpsites. FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0lDKHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C1JLC
Water for All (The Shift, Episode 5) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-05-01 | With U.S. unemployment soaring, advocates have won a wave of emergency orders barring utilities from shutting off the water of residents who can’t pay their bills. But two-fifths of Americans remain at risk of a shutoff, despite warnings that frequent hand-washing is crucial to preventing the spread of the coronavirus.On Episode 5 of The Shift, we’ll discuss Detroit’s hard-won moratorium on water shutoffs, and the growing cry for a massive federal investment in public water infrastructure, with Michigan Welfare Rights Organization Chair Maureen Taylor and Corporate Accountability’s Alissa Weinman.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0uKb
Story of Plastic Special (The Shift, Episode 4) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-04-22 | Buckle up for a special episode of The Shift, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day and the global TV premiere of The Story of Plastic!Break Free from Plastic’s Shilpi Chhotray hosts two of the most influential leaders in environmental activism: Annie Leonard, Founder of The Story of Stuff and Executive Director of Greenpeace USA and Von Hernandez, Global Coordinator of Break Free from Plastic and Goldman Prize winner.Sit back and enjoy a 30-minute conversation as two veterans of the zero waste movement reflect on their journey, discuss the progress made holding corporate polluters accountable, and examine what still needs to be done to build a sustainable future.WATCH THE STORY OF PLASTIC:storyofplastic.org/watchFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0lDK
Disaster Capitalism, Plastics Edition (The Shift, Episode 3) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-04-16 | Join a conversation with Judith Enck, President of Beyond Plastics and former EPA Regional Administrator and Yvette Arellano, Senior Staff, Policy Research & Grassroots Advocate of TEJAS about Big Plastic’s attempt to leverage the pandemic to roll back decades of hard-won environmental, health and safety laws. FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0hOI
Essential Work (The Shift, Episode 2) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-04-10 | Retail and grocery workers around the world are on the frontlines of the Coronavirus pandemic, risking their health and safety to help people stock up on essential supplies.Join a conversation with Walmart worker and activist, Cyndi Murray and co-Executive Director of United for Respect, Andrea Dehlendorf to learn how essential workers continue to fight for labor rights in the midst of a pandemic.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0e4PHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0xpu
The Story of Plastic Trailer The Story of Stuff Project 2020-04-08 | Learn how the mass production of single-use plastic has put us in the biggest environmental crisis in history. Visit storyofplastic.org/watch to learn how you can watch The Story of Plastic.FAQS:1.) When will The Story of Plastic air?The Story of Plastic will air on Discovery Channel in the US on Earth Day, April 22. Discovery will announce the US programming details on Friday, April 10.2.) Where will The Story of Plastic air internationally?The Story of Plastic will air on Discovery Network affiliates in 134 countries. We will be maintaining a list of specific countries and programming details on The Story of Plastic website. However, no international programming details are available at this time. Stay tuned!3.) Can I watch The Story of Plastic online?The Story of Plastic will be available to stream on the DiscoveryGo subscription streaming service or to rent from video-on-demand services like iTunes or Amazon. Additionally, we are making it possible to organize and attend “virtual” community screenings from home, also beginning on April 22. We will be sharing all of the details on The Story of Plastic website as they emerge! 4.) What languages will the film be available in?For international broadcasts, we expect the film to be subtitled in local languages. For community screenings, subtitles will be available in Bulgarian, Cantonese, Croatian, Danish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Korean, Mandarin (simplified and traditional), Polish, Portuguese (European and Brazilian), Russian, Swahili, Tamil, Thai, Turkish, and Vietnamese. 5.) How do I organize a “virtual” community screening?Take the first step to hosting a virtual community screening by filling out the form at storyofplastic.org/watch and a member of the film team will follow up with you to provide more information and next steps.LEARN MORE:storyofplastic.orgFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0a05
The Ecology of Disease (The Shift, Episode 1) The Story of Stuff Project 2020-04-02 | Join us for a conversation with environmental journalist Jim Robbins for a discussion about what goes wrong when we start treating nature as a resource to be exploited, rather a complex and essential system whose health is inextricably linked with our own.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C04K4
Where Does Your Trash End Up? The Story of Stuff Project 2020-03-11 | Where does your stuff go when you throw it away? The reality is a lot closer than you think. FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/C0Mlf
Glass, Metal, Plastic: The Story of New Yorks Canners The Story of Stuff Project 2020-02-20 | Explore a day in the life of two entrepreneurs who make a living by cleaning the streets of New York from plastic pollution. FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donations
Should Plastic Producers Pay for Recycling? The Story of Stuff Project 2020-02-14 | Why are taxpayers responsible for recycling costs if we didn’t make this mess in the first place?FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/CZxjC
Glass, Metal, Plastic: The Story of New Yorks Canners (Teaser) The Story of Stuff Project 2019-12-20 | New York's canners sit at the heart of local communities and the global network of waste pickers that form the backbone of the global recycling system.Help us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/CZ4lR
Story of Plastic Live Panel at Mill Valley Film Festival The Story of Stuff Project 2019-10-16 | IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Watch the full livestream with the heroes of the #storyofplasticLEARN MORE:storyofplastic.orgFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/BZgha
The Story of Plastic Teaser The Story of Stuff Project 2019-09-20 | We only know the end of the story... and that's only the beginning. This is The Story of Plastic.LEARN MORE:storyofplastic.orgFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/BAkTs
How to Stop Plastic Pollution Forever The Story of Stuff Project 2019-09-11 | Did you know that humans have produced more than 8.3 billion tons of plastic in the last 70 years (1) and 91% of which have not been recycled? (2)This means that almost all of the plastics ever produced are in a landfill, have been incinerated, or somewhere else in our environment causing destructive impacts to the Earth’s ecosystem.The fossil fuel industry plans to increase plastic production by over 40% in the next decade (3) which means more plastic the world has ever seen.If your bathtub was overflowing, you wouldn’t immediately reach for a mop -- you’d first turn off the tap. That’s what we need to do with single-use plastics. This is how we stop plastic pollution forever.SOURCES:(1) theguardian.com/us-news/2019/jun/23/all-the-plastic-ever-made-study-comic(2) nationalgeographic.com/news/2017/07/plastic-produced-recycling-waste-ocean-trash-debris-environment(3) americanchemistry.com/Media/PressReleasesTranscripts/ACC-news-releases/US-Chemical-Industry-Investment-Linked-to-Shale-Gas-Reaches-200-Billion.htmlJOIN OR HOST A BRAND AUDIT:http://action.storyofstuff.org/survey/brandaudit_2019FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/rKct
How Much Do You Know About Plastic Pollution? The Story of Stuff Project 2019-07-24 | We hit the streets of San Francisco to learn what people know about plastic pollution. This is what we found out.FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/qRb8
Californias Plastic Revolution The Story of Stuff Project 2019-07-12 | California just introduced a revolutionary bill that could make non-recyclable plastic a thing of the past.The plastic industry is ramping up to shut this bill down. Show your support by signing your name 👉🏽 http://action.storyofstuff.org/sign/CEP-thank-youFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/qAER
Are Asians Responsible for Plastic Pollution? The Story of Stuff Project 2019-07-10 | Asian countries are often blamed for plastic polluting the environment, but where's all that plastic coming from in the first place?GET INVOLVED:http://action.storyofstuff.org/sign/corporate-accountabilityFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/pwxc
The Story of Water The Story of Stuff Project 2019-06-15 | Profit-driven corporations want control over your city's public water systems. What could go wrong?The Story of Water exposes the dangers of water privatization and highlights innovative solutions that cities are adopting that keep water management in public hands. Water is a human right and shouldn't be controlled by corporations whose primary motivation is profit. Tell Congress: Pass the WATER Act! http://action.storyofstuff.org/letter/water-actMade in collaboration with Corporate Accountability (corporateaccountability.org)FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/pQ6N
A Plastic Pollution Solution Hiding in Plain Sight The Story of Stuff Project 2019-05-26 | Every minute, 1 million plastic bottles are bought all over the world many of which end up in the environment. Could this simple solution close the loop and reduce plastic pollution?Tell the beverage industry to stop lobbying against this proven solution! 👉🏽 http://action.storyofstuff.org/sign/stop-killing-plastic-pollution-solutionsFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/pBQe
What Really Sparks Joy? The Story of Stuff Project 2019-05-18 | Marie Kondo is leading the charge to declutter and live a joy-sparked life. But what if there's a deeper issue that's not being talked about?SOURCES:psychologytoday.com/us/blog/buddhist-economics/201706/what-makes-people-happystudy.com/academy/lesson/research-on-happiness-what-makes-people-happy.htmlcnn.com/2013/07/17/opinion/drexler-shopping/index.htmltheatlantic.com/health/archive/2013/01/study-wanting-things-makes-us-happier-than-having-them/267216forbes.com/sites/vanessamcgrady/2015/03/19/why-we-go-into-debt-buying-things-we-dont-needtheatlantic.com/family/archive/2018/08/kids-materialism/568987FOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/ovmJ
How Advertising Rewires Kids Brains The Story of Stuff Project 2019-04-25 | We see ads everywhere and kids are no exception. How does this flood of marketing affect a child's development?LEARN MORE:commercialfreechildhood.orgscreenfree.orgFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsSOURCES:commercialfreechildhood.org/resources-factsheetsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/ocik
The Story of Plastic: Where Your Recycled Plastic Ends Up The Story of Stuff Project 2019-04-21 | The mass production of single-use plastic has put us in the biggest recycling crisis in history.LEARN MORE:storyofplastic.orgFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/o8ZR
The Story of Plastic: Manilas Zero Waste Neighborhoods The Story of Stuff Project 2019-01-27 | Plastic polluted neighborhoods in Manila are taking things into their own hands by creating systemic zero waste programs that collect all recyclables, compost all organics, and push for corporate accountability.GET INVOLVED:storyofplastic.orgFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/nVbK
Where Does Junk Mail Come From? The Story of Stuff Project 2018-12-08 | Have you ever wondered where all these unwanted catalogs are coming from? How are companies even getting your name and address anyway?This is why you're getting a bunch of catalogs and what you can do to stop it. 📬SIGN UP FOR FREE AND STOP JUNK MAIL:catalogchoice.orgFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/mdG7
The Story of Plastic: Webinar: Tiza Mafira and the Plastic Bag Diet The Story of Stuff Project 2018-12-07 | Join us for a live conversation with Tiza Mafira, an Indonesian lawyer and activist working to stem the tide of single-use plastics in her country:Help us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/mbj9
The Story of Plastic: The Plastic Bag Diet The Story of Stuff Project 2018-12-01 | It's not that plastic waste in our world is mismanaged; it's that there is so much plastic being produced that it's unmanageable.Solutions start with reduction and prevention because by the time plastic enters the environment, it's already too late.GET INVOLVED:storyofplastic.orgFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/m5bd
Why Does Black Friday Exist? The Story of Stuff Project 2018-11-21 | Black Friday is the American tradition where millions of shoppers wait in long lines to buy more Stuff. How did the season of giving turn into the season of buying? Why does Black Friday even exist?TAKE THE BUY NOTHING, DO SOMETHING PLEDGE:http://action.storyofstuff.org/sign/buy_nothing_do_somethingFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/mUZk
3 Dirty Marketing Tricks to Get You to Buy More Stuff The Story of Stuff Project 2018-11-14 | Do you ever wonder how stores can offer seemingly ridiculous sales on Black Friday and Cyber Monday?This video will show you the dirty tricks companies use to manipulate you into buying more stuff.GET INVOLVED:http://action.storyofstuff.org/sign/break-the-consumer-cycleFOLLOW US:Facebook: facebook.com/storyofstuffTwitter: twitter.com/storyofstuffInstagram: instagram.com/storyofstuffSUPPORT THE PROJECT:action.storyofstuff.org/donate/social_donationsHelp us caption & translate this video!amara.org/v/mO6i
