How to Live a Plastic-Free Life | Alexis McGivern | TEDxInstitutLeRosey

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We must reduce the negative impact of plastic in our communities. We learn how to live a plastic-free life. A renowned conservationist, Alexis McGivern is currently working as a Program Manager for Swiss-based Gallifrey Foundation and seconded to IUCN's Global Marine and Polar Program. Her expertise is devoted towards matters of sustainable development, as well as marine conservation. McGivern seeks to create a zero plastic society, whilst leaving a lasting impact on not only her local community, but also the wider international sphere. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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21 ноя 2017

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@audreycolaco 6 лет назад

This should get more views

@CarmenPerez-mh6uz 5 лет назад

Thank you so much, this was an inspiring speech, I've just started to try the zero waste life because I noticed (thanks to people like you in social media) how much damage plastic and other single use materials cause to earth, animals and also humans. I was feeling a little discourage since the people from my country have a really bad environmental culture, but now I feel much better because like you said it's something progressive and I will continue spreading awareness about this topic and trying to keep my life without plastic. Greetings from Peru. C:

@svetlanikolova7673 4 года назад

Carmen, Greetings from Bulgaria. We cant give up and we need to live up to our values. Keep going

@user-rt7ol3pc5z 5 месяцев назад

I am a common man. Inspired by watching your video. I can reduce plastic by sharing with my family, friends, children in school.

@TheLeadershipSpeakingSchool 6 лет назад

An eloquent, perfectly balanced, engaging, practical and beautifully delivered TED talk. Well done Alexis! Both your message and your performance are dazzling.

@RogueGoneVogue 6 лет назад

BEST Ted talk I’ve EVER seen!!! ❤️❤️❤️

@EmilieGStava 5 лет назад

This is a very powerful talk, and it really inspire me to use less plastic.

@svetlanikolova7673 4 года назад

You dont need plastic at all. We survived thousands of years without it

@Prodigious1One 2 года назад

Great argument. I just bought a pack of Tru Earth laundry sheets instead a plastic jug of laundry soap. I'll to reduce my plastic consumption.

@adeebusmani8232 2 года назад

I admire what she is doing, I'm trying to reduce waste as much as possible and this is great.

@eschwarz1003 5 лет назад

Also metals are easier and more efficient to separate and chemically process in recycling plants (even aluminum with right magnet)

@hannahkay396 6 лет назад

this was an amazing talk and she was super engaging, why was the audience so dead?

@lawlietway3733 5 лет назад

Cus they white

@OrnateOwl 5 лет назад

I don't usually watch ted talks, but I didn't find any parts that triggered any reactions of them. She made small jokes, but the punchlines were either monotone, and didn't make it obvious it was a joke, or were pretty cringy.

@ConqeuringLion 5 лет назад

Hanna Carolina agreed!!!

@fayesoulet550 6 лет назад

Magnificent TED talk from a wonderful human being who is changing our world for the better, people!!!!!!

@michellebetancourt6211 5 лет назад

Bravo great presentation, it is a daily struggle but well worth it

@naomimay82 4 года назад

I don’t have a bulk store near me, but a nearby grocery store has a bulk aisle. Although I am limited in what I can buy bulk, I do the best that I can. I can buy my lentils bulk and organic, so I do.

@tatilopespt 6 лет назад

I've watched quite a few of these ted talks and videos on youtube on which, mostly women, they talk about their kit and what we should do in our everyday lives to reduce plastic. But why is it that only a few of them talk about reusable menstrual products? That was my first step to reduce plastic and at the time I was more concerned on the amount of money I was saving rather than the waste.

@elenapelayo1 5 лет назад

Any step is the "first step".. Besides, they only have so much time to talk. They try to condense to get the most important and easiest things to incorporate into our lives. Up to you to look around for more tips.

@thelissoway6758 5 лет назад

I think they want to appeal to the whole audience. If there is a lot of men maybe talking about our period blood would turn off their ears? Haha. But totally happy i switched. Havent gotten to use it yet because i had one or two periods in between my daughter and getting pregnant with my son. But looking forward to using it

@tanyaromanoff1395 5 лет назад

That's true. The same story here ;)

@naomimay82 4 года назад

Changing to washable pads is one of the best things that I did for myself! Women don’t realize that the plastic in their disposable pads can disrupt female hormones. My periods even got lighter. It took awhile, but it did finally happen. I have been using washables for a few years now.

@svetlanikolova7673 4 года назад

Because men in the audience dont want to hear it?

@tendergreenheart6793 6 месяцев назад

Thank you

@katek57 6 лет назад

Excellent talk! Thank you.

@LividToaster 5 лет назад

I loved this video. Thank you, I honestly had no idea of all that we could do

@Larry21924 5 месяцев назад

This is extraordinary in every way. I recently read a similar book, and it was extraordinary in every way. "Reclaiming Connection: The Journey of a Digital Detox" by Joshua Ember

@deirdresmith1264 5 лет назад

Just fantastic! Way to go.

@stefanoali8669 4 года назад

Thank you for this beautifull speech!

@TorontoNeurospicyGirl 5 лет назад

Amazing and inspirational!

@MasalaMan 5 лет назад

Thanks for giving me Plastic-itis Alexis!

@kiranchudasama2724 3 года назад

Brilliant, will be applying and sharing

@MerelMollenkamp 6 лет назад

Such an amazing talk!

@LightlessDimension 3 года назад

She still uses a synthetic bags are a plastic tupperware. I hope she takes a next step! :)

@ecbennyj8078 5 лет назад

I hate plastic! It’s all around me and sticks around me like a wet blanket. Plastic iPhone case, plastic eye glasses, plastic food containers from the supermarket, etc.

@est1419 6 лет назад

Loved this one !

@TeacherAnitaKanestion 3 года назад

Nice educational video

@valentindiehl3248 5 лет назад

American clubs/bars serve you plastic cups? 😳I've never seen that in my life here

@naomimay82 4 года назад

Valentin Diehl Right? Normally bars serve drinks in thick glass cups.

@megslemp2906 6 лет назад

Wow... I'm a believer

@randymaylowski2485 5 лет назад

That is a good idea to do, but the thing is not to many people prefer to reuse there own plastic bottles/ cuntaners..

@thelissoway6758 5 лет назад

Thats the sad reality. And our world is so lazy. Im personally really bothered by it all and have begun my journey. Im excited to raise and teach my children about being more mindful

@gaiaguy Год назад

Truly plastic-free are the ones by Gaia Guy. Check out Gaia Guy's Bamboo and Boar Bristle Toothbrushes for a nylon-free toothbrush.

@michaelwauschektechnoshama8259 5 лет назад

i just follow that bulk store location as all of their social medies

@mikebaker6804 5 лет назад

I love ideas that empower the individual.

@cassieoz1702 5 лет назад

I'm 1/2 in and no mention of 'how' yet, just frustrating. Just refuse a straw, they're not necessary except for a few woth disabilities. My nearest 'bulk store' is 180km away and VERY expensive (upto 2X) with limited options, so a very urban, middle class suggestion. None of the no-plastic speakers seem to to have any interest in the use of plastics in building and furnishings (electrical insulation, light fittings and switches, foam in cushions and furniture), vehicle interiors or the horrendous amount of plastic waste in health care. A few plastic straws pale into insignificance...

@bob15479 2 года назад

Tesla put a paper-based dashboard in their prototype vehicle. That’s an idea.

@cassieoz1702 2 года назад

@@bob15479 a nice idea but worthless unless widely/universally adopted

@TheRichSolution 4 года назад

Plastic-itis....it is all around us...we can all make a difference.

@xamthaocathung9011 3 года назад

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@liloleist5133 6 лет назад

The Patented MAGNETIC LAUNDRY SYSTEM makes laundry detergent obsolete. I found it on Amazon. It cleans great!!!!

@OldSchool1947 4 года назад

Why DO we need straws in the first place?

@FelisBoudria 22 дня назад

This is so sad for our planet. The oceans being destroyed. 😢 so sad for the marine life and our wildlife eating this and dying of blocksges in their digestive systems.

@rebvanwinkelstein2578 Год назад

What s her toilet brush and Laptop made of ?🤔

@rollingthunder4599 2 года назад

I like plastic

@chantelbarcomb1766 5 лет назад

Did anybody else cringe when they saw the no plastic lady, start pulling Plastic Things out of her go bag? Like what!!!

@mgmt97 5 лет назад

What are you talking about? The collapsible containers are usually made out of silicone - not plastic. Sigh... why are people so invested in nitpicking people who are making a change instead of changing their own habits?

@thelissoway6758 5 лет назад

She may also have had it before her zero waste journey. You dont just replace all your plastic when you change. That would be a waste of products and money

@naomimay82 4 года назад

I still have plastic containers from before my zero waste journey. I continue to use them because I don’t want them to end up in a landfill. I bought a lot of Tupperware years ago. It is very expensive. I would rather just use it than throw it out. If and when it wears out, I will replace it with more sustainable options.