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Oceana: Coca-Cola and Pepsi’s plastic packaging use increases by hundreds of millions of pounds

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Friday, November 3, 2023
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The Coca-Cola Company increased its use of plastic packaging by over 6% or over 454 million pounds (206,000 metric tons) to a reported 3.43 million metric tons in 2022.

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  • The Coca-Cola Company increased its use of plastic packaging by over 6% or over 454 million pounds (206,000 metric tons) to a reported 3.43 million metric tons in 2022.
  • PepsiCo increased its use of plastic packaging by 4% or over 220 million pounds (100,000 metric tons) to a reported 2.6 million metric tons in 2022.
  • And, both companies reported no progress on having more plastic – by weight – in reusable packaging.
  • 1 The reporting in the annual progress report does not include annual increases in plastic use for the companies reporting.

Elle Baez Takes to the Runway to Advocate for Mental Health

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Break Free NYFW, a designer showcase with a cause, announces their featured speakers, performers, and sponsors for their up-and-coming runway show featuring fashion designers such as OIT Fitness a size-inclusive activewear brand, RaccoonGuts a Toronto based upcycle design house, NYFW Veterans Heritage India Fashions, Sonal Couture, & JulissaDesigns, and NYC natives Just Us Kidz and Rehab Studios.

Key Points: 
  • Break Free NYFW, a designer showcase with a cause, announces their featured speakers, performers, and sponsors for their up-and-coming runway show.
  • Performing on the runway will be body-positivity advocate Elle Baez, and Boi Angel.
  • Elle is known for empowering and inspiring others through her captivating hooks, body-positive music videos, versatile writing style, and motto of self-love.
  • Elle just recently dropped her new hit single "Fuego" which was featured in Rolling Stone!

Designers from Across the Globe Come Together to Advocate for Mental Health Awareness During NYFW

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Break Free NYFW, a designer showcase with a cause announces their designer line-up for their fourth showcase including NYFW Veterans Heritage India Fashions, Sonal Couture, & JulissaDesigns. The showcase will be held on Monday, September 11th at 230 Fifth in the Empire Ballroom.

Key Points: 
  • Break Free announces designers from across the globe for their fourth charity designer showcase to raise awareness for mental health during NYFW.
  • September is a huge month for members of the recovery community as it is National Recovery Month and Suicide Awareness Month.
  • It is no secret that the fashion industry has a long history of substance use and a lack of acceptance towards those who struggle with their mental health.
  • Since mental health has become more apparent after the pandemic, we hope to be able to in the future as our brand matures, to be able to provide funding in a mental health awareness campaign.

Good News for the Oceans: Amazon Single-Use Plastic Packaging Declines by Over 11% in One Year

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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“If Amazon follows through, this is good news for the oceans," said Matt Littlejohn, Senior Vice President of Oceana.

Key Points: 
  • “If Amazon follows through, this is good news for the oceans," said Matt Littlejohn, Senior Vice President of Oceana.
  • "The world's largest retailer is now using less single-use plastic and has just committed to phase out padded bags containing plastic globally.
  • The world’s oceans are being devastated by plastic, including the type of plastic used in Amazon’s packaging.
  • Amazon’s plastic packaging is made from the most common form of marine plastic litter in nearshore ocean areas — plastic film — which is the deadliest type of plastic to marine animals.

You’re Breaking Up: More Than Half of Americans Say It’s Easier to Find a New Romantic Partner Than a New Mobile Provider

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.

Key Points: 
  • A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.
  • Xfinity Mobile wants to make switching easier for the one in five Americans looking for a new mobile provider by offering a convenient, cost-effective alternative to Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T.
  • "The Big Three offer provides comprehensive mobile service, reduces costs and allows customers the freedom they deserve."
  • On average, Americans who decide to sever ties with their mobile provider end up staying for an additional six months.

You’re Breaking Up: More Than Half of Americans Say It’s Easier to Find a New Romantic Partner Than a New Mobile Provider

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.

Key Points: 
  • A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.
  • Xfinity Mobile wants to make switching easier for the one in five Americans looking for a new mobile provider by offering a convenient, cost-effective alternative to Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T.
  • On average, Americans who decide to sever ties with their mobile provider end up staying for an additional six months.
  • More than 3 in 4 people (76 percent) would prefer their new mobile provider “break up” with their old one for them.

You’re Breaking Up: More Than Half of Americans Say It’s Easier to Find a New Romantic Partner Than a New Mobile Provider

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.

Key Points: 
  • A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.
  • Xfinity Mobile wants to make switching easier for the one in five Americans looking for a new mobile provider by offering a convenient, cost-effective alternative to Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T.
  • “Xfinity Mobile delivers exceptional service at an affordable price,” said Javier Garcia, Senior Vice President of Marketing for Comcast’s Florida Region.
  • On average, Americans who decide to sever ties with their mobile provider end up staying for an additional six months.

You’re Breaking Up: More Than Half of Americans Say It’s Easier to Find a New Romantic Partner Than a New Mobile Provider

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.

Key Points: 
  • A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.
  • Xfinity Mobile wants to make switching easier for the one in five Americans looking for a new mobile provider by offering a convenient, cost-effective alternative to Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T.
  • "Our Big Three offer empowers customers to switch mobile providers and reduce wireless expenses without compromising value or service."
  • On average, Americans who decide to sever ties with their mobile provider end up staying for an additional six months.

You’re Breaking Up: More Than Half of Americans Say It’s Easier to Find a New Romantic Partner Than a New Mobile Provider

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.

Key Points: 
  • A survey by Comcast found that 51 percent of Americans say it’s easier to find a new romantic partner than a new mobile provider.
  • Xfinity Mobile wants to make switching easier for the one in five Americans looking for a new mobile provider by offering a convenient, cost-effective alternative to Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T.
  • “Finding a new mobile provider shouldn’t be as stressful as dating,” said Kohposh Kuda, Senior Vice President Xfinity Mobile and Voice, Comcast Cable.
  • “Xfinity Mobile offers straight-forward plans that can save you hundreds of dollars on your mobile bill every year.

Coca-Cola and Its Bottlers Regress on Reuse Goal, Produce Billions More Single-Use Plastic Bottles

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, D. C., May 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Despite its commitment to increase the overall share of its products sold in reusable packaging to 25% by 2030, The Coca-Cola Company's share of products sold in reusable packaging declined in 2022. The company, in its latest sustainability report, announced that the share of its products sold in reusable containers was 14% in 2022. This is a decline of two percentage points from the 16% share disclosed when the company announced its pledge last year. Oceana estimates, based on the company’s total reported volume of sales, that the reported two percentage point decline in share could mean Coca-Cola instead produced the equivalent of an additional 5.8 billion 500ml (16.9 US fl. oz) single-use plastic bottles and cups over the last two years in place of reusable packaging.1

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  • oz) single-use plastic bottles and cups over the last two years in place of reusable packaging.1
    The company did not highlight the decline nor explain it in its sustainability report.
  • The Coca-Cola Company – in its sustainability report – also reported that its overall use of plastic packaging and virgin plastic increased in 2022.
  • Coca-Cola FEMSA has reported that by using refillable bottles, greenhouse gas emissions can be reduced by up to 47% compared to single-use plastic bottles.
  • By doing so, these beverage and bottling giants can prevent billions of single-use plastic bottles and cups from entering our oceans.