350 FAIRFAX

We are a grassroots movement in Fairfax County, Virginia, challenging systems that lead to catastrophic climate change. Join us as we work with community members and elected officials to preserve environmental health, conserve resources, and promote social justice. Together with other local and national progressive groups, we will create a just and sustainable future for all.

 

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Toxins in Plastic

Debbie Clark studied a systems approach to sustainability with the government and now learns from various environmental groups, including 350 Fairfax. She practices reducing, recycling, and composting. 

Plastics are part of our daily life. During manufacture, plastics are infused with …

Plastic Free: A Journey, and a Destination

Mala Persaud is a 350 Fairfax member and the owner of Trace—The Zero Waste Store.

The last three Plastic Free Octobers (2018, 2019, 2020) have been turning points. In 2018, I discovered 350 Fairfax. I’ve learned so much (thank you, …

Recycling eyeglasses (and hearing aids)

Debbie Clark studied a systems approach to sustainability with the government and now learns from various environmental groups, including 350 Fairfax. She practices reducing, recycling, and composting. 

As an avid recycler, I often miss an opportunity right in front of …

Almost-Post-Pandemic Plastic Free Partying

Loretta Rowe is a trained Climate Reality leader on the NOVA Chapter leadership team, member of the leadership team for Act on Climate Today! of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax, member of various environmental groups, and passionate gardener and

Plastic Free One Blade of Plastic Grass at a Time

Guest writer Pauline Reid learned respect for the Earth and the environment at an early age when her mother taught her not to waste water by letting it run while brushing her teeth. Pauline’s recent foray into letter writing was

We have used enough plastic wrap to shrink wrap Texas !

Plastic wrap was first discovered in the 1933, but did not really become a widely used household item until the early 60’s.

In the 1960’s companies like GLAD and others starting pumping out plastic wrap for general consumption and it …

Week 1 Plastic Free Challenge

It is week 1 of our 30 day  plastic free challenge.

You have already taken the first step and signed up.  Great going!

Here is how I start the challenge each year.  I do a plastics audit.

I collect every …

The Plastic Bag Fee Passed in Fairfax County

The single use plastic bag fee is now a reality in Fairfax County. On September 14, the Board of Supervisors approved a 5-cent fee on single-use plastic bags from grocery stores, convenience stores, and drug stores. The fee will go …

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