The Injustice Advent Calendar Day 5
24 days to change the world
Day 5: #StopOceanPoison
The UK Government is allowing the use of ‘forever chemicals’ which are poisoning our blue planet, wildlife, and us. It’s a crime – but it isn’t illegal. We cannot let this continue.
PFAS (per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances), better known as ‘forever chemicals’, are used in countless products and manufacturing processes. They’re used in products to make them grease, stain and water resistant. You’ll find them in waterproof clothes, food packaging, cosmetics, cleaning products, electronics and much, much more - despite alternatives being available.
PFAS are now found in all water on Earth, including rainwater and ocean spray.
‘Forever chemicals’ are poisoning wildlife like whales, otters, sea birds, and countless other species from the North to South Pole and everywhere in between, fuelling the biodiversity crisis. They’re in the air we breathe, the soil under our feet, the water we drink and the food we eat.
We can’t undo what’s been done, but the UK Government CAN change what happens next. We’re demanding they:
* Ban all non-essential uses of all PFAS (also known as forever chemicals)
* Implement a UK Chemicals Strategy that prioritises the protection of ocean and marine life from chemical pollution
Join us in our demand that the UK Government protect our planet, people and wildlife from chemical pollution, while life still has a chance. Take action by adding your voice to our petition below and by spreading the word! Share the campaign and speak to your family, friends and community about chemical pollution. This will raise much-needed awareness and drive support!
Add your voice <https://transform-trade.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=742651e2cb92ae3a9ca13a3d9&id=fa3492ecee&e=952e550679>
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