Plastic Free Gulf Coast is working to eliminate the use of plastic before it becomes part of the waste stream through partnerships and collaborations that raise awareness and create a larger market for alternative products.

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Going Plastic Free Starts Here

Plastic is so ingrained in our daily lives that eliminating plastic use can often seem overwhelming and impossible but it's not. Where can we help you start today?

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Plastic Free Gulf Coast is working to stop plastic before it becomes part of the waste stream through gulf wide collaborations that raise awareness and create a larger market for alternative products.

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Make Eliminating Plastic Use Easier

Only by request

Put straws and lids behind the counter and offer only by request.

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Ask before you give

Train your staff to ask before adding plastic cutlery and condiments to takeaway orders.

Reusable first

Use real cutlery and dinnerware whenever possible to save on cost and waste.

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Let your friends know the steps you're taking to protect the Gulf Coast.

Share your story on social media
  • Why are you reducing your plastic use?
  • What are the steps you're taking to reduce your plastic use?
  • What's your experience being part of Plastic Free Gulf Coast?

Email us so we can add you to our list of Plastic Free Partners.

Reach out and stay connected. We are here to learn with you and help you succeed!

Elizabeth Englebretson

e.englebretson@msstate.edu

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Make Eliminating
Plastic Use Easier

Only by request

Put straws and lids behind the counter and offer only by request.

View products
Ask before you give

Train your staff to ask before adding plastic cutlery and condiments to takeaway orders.

Reusable first

Use real cutlery and dinnerware whenever possible to save on cost and waste.

View products
Share your story on social media
  • Why are you reducing your plastic use?
  • What are the steps you're taking to reduce your plastic use?
  • What's your experience being part of Plastic Free Gulf Coast?

Email us so we can add you to our list of Plastic Free Partners.

Elizabeth Englebretson

Founder

e.englebretson@msstate.edu

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Success Stories

Success Story

The Mockingbird Cafe
When their dream of "going green" became a reality, the team at Mockingbird Cafe needed to make the change — without breaking the bank.
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Success Story

The Greenhouse on Porter and Greenhouse Biloxi
Our customers are asking for alternatives to plastic and we are very excited to be able to meet their needs in that way.
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We Value Your Input

Restaurant Survey

Are you in the food service industry? Please take our brief survey to help us better understand plastic use in your business.

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Community Survey

Do you live or visit the Gulf Coast? Please take our brief survey to help us better understand your plastic opinions.

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