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    • ABOUT
      • MISSION & HISTORY
      • WHO WE ARE
      • ANNUAL REPORTS
      • IN THE NEWS
    • SINGLE USE PLASTICS
      • SINGLE USE PLASTICS
      • BAGS
      • BALLOONS
      • EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE FOAM
      • STRAWS
      • SIX PACK RINGS/WRAPS
      • SYNTHETIC TURF
      • PFAS
    • ZERO WASTE
      • ZERO WASTE PRINCIPLES
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      • SLINGSHOT CHALLENGE
      • YES! YOUTH SUMMIT
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      • HOLD ON TO YOUR BUTT
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Plastic Free Delaware
  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • MISSION & HISTORY
    • WHO WE ARE
    • ANNUAL REPORTS
    • IN THE NEWS
  • SINGLE USE PLASTICS
    • SINGLE USE PLASTICS
    • BAGS
    • BALLOONS
    • EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE FOAM
    • STRAWS
    • SIX PACK RINGS/WRAPS
    • SYNTHETIC TURF
    • PFAS
  • ZERO WASTE
    • ZERO WASTE PRINCIPLES
    • FOOD WASTE
    • RIGHT TO REPAIR
    • LOCAL RESOURCES
    • REALLY REALLY FREE MARKET
  • FOOD WASTE/COMPOSTING
    • ABOUT DCCI
    • DCCI SITES
    • COMMUNITY COMPOST PROGRAM
    • DCCI SCHOOL PROGRAMS
    • COMPOSTING RESOURCES
    • BACKYARD COMPOSTING
    • OPTIONS TO GET STARTED!
  • EDUCATION/PROGRAMS
    • SLINGSHOT CHALLENGE
    • YES! YOUTH SUMMIT
    • PLASTIC FREE LUNCH DAY
    • LUNCH & LEARN LIVESTREAMS
    • SCHOOL PROGRAMS
    • HOLD ON TO YOUR BUTT
  • TAKE ACTION!
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JOIN US FOR THESE SPECIAL EVENTS

Plastic Free Lunch Day Countdown to April 22, 2026

Join us for the 3rd Plastic Free Lunch Day in Delaware generating awareness around plastic pollution and how we can make a difference! What better way to celebrate Earth Day than going PLASTIC FREE?!

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today is Plastic Free Lunch Day!

Put away the single use plastics, grab reusable containers or brown bag, and join us for a conscious look at how much waste we can save when we change our behaviors. Delaware students lead the way today with less wasteful lunches for a healthier  tomorrow!

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INTERESTED IN COMMUNITY COMPOSTING?

in North Wilmington

TOUR THE "MERF"!

Monday, June 1st at NOON

What is a Merf, you say?


The MRF, or Materials Recovery Facility, is where all of your curbside recyclables go to be sorted using manual and automated processes, and sent on to markets (or contamination sent to the landfill). Come join us and DSWA for an insiders tour of the facility. It is eye opening!


(Unexpected shutdowns of the facility due to mechanical issues/maintenance may occur at the time of visit).


Please be aware of the following:
The MRF tour includes a lot of walking and stairs.
Conditions inside the are loud and dusty.
Those with a pacemaker will not be permitted inside for safety of the visitor.
If the daily temperature exceeds 90 tours will be rescheduled.


Tour Guidelines:
Must be 18 years or older.
Must wear closed toe, sturdy shoes.
Must wear long pants and clothes that can get dirty.
Must wear safety gear including a high visibility vest, hard hat and safety glasses (all provided).
No photography inside the MRF.
Must sign a waiver prior to touring.
*Failure to comply with the above guidelines will result in denied entry into the facility.


MUST PRE-REGISTER.  SPACE IS LIMITED

PRE-REGISTER HERE

GREEN DRINKS DELAWARE

Join us virtually on the third Monday of every month at 6 p.m. for conversation and a presentation with Q&A by an ever-changing special guest list!


Green Drinks is a global networking movement for those interested in learning more about environmental protection and sustainability! Bringing together a lively mix of people involved in environmental issues, from volunteer advocates, nonprofits, academia, government agencies, and business. Meet up with others looking to learn more about environmental issues, socialize, engage in advocacy, and have a bit of fun!


Upcoming meetings and topics can be found on our calendar.


Past session recordings are on our YouTube channel!

REGISTER TO ATTEND

YES! the 8th annual 2027 Delaware Youth Environmental Summit

Inform - Engage - Inspire - Activate Delaware's Youth

Friday February 19, 2027


For Delaware's High School Students and Educators

Find out more

Thanks to our 2025 BLACK FRIDAY 5K Sponsors!

MICROPLASTIC MADNESS MOVIE SCREENINGS

Learn more about Plastic Free Lunch Day and/or host a film screening of Microplastic Madness!

LEARN MORE!

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Plastic Free Delaware does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, 

disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. 

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