Introduction
Why is the French government doing all this?
The reason is simple: France wants to protect its citizens from toxic chemicals found in plastic.
France Bans Plastic Plates, Cups and Cutlery
France has taken steps to address the issue of plastic pollution by banning plastic plates, cups and cutlery. France has also banned free plastic bags in supermarkets and set an age limit for buying tobacco and e-cigarettes at 18.
The French government plans to outlaw all disposable plastic tableware by 2020. The law will be enforced in shops that sell food or drink over the counter, cafes, restaurants and catering businesses as well as school canteens.
France Bans Free Plastic Bags
Plastic bags are a major problem for the environment. They take hundreds of years to decompose, and only after that can they be recycled into new products. But even then it’s hard to recycle plastic because it doesn’t always break down into its original components.
Plastic bags harm animals and the environment by killing them either directly or indirectly (by consuming animals that have eaten plastics). Plastics are also a major cause of pollution because they don’t decompose easily, and thus don’t go away easily either. Plastics can clog waterways, which leads to fish being killed by suffocation or starvation due to lack of oxygenation in the water. Plastic bags also end up floating around in oceans where they serve as traps for birds and other marine life, who get caught when trying to eat food that’s been caught up in them – this is known as “phytoplankton.”
France Bans Single-Use Plastic Utensils
In the past year, France has been at the forefront of banning single-use plastics.
As early as 2018, France banned plastic straws in restaurants and cafes around the country. This was followed by a ban on all single-use plastic cutlery and plates in July 2019. The latter is part of a larger plan to reduce marine litter by 30% by 2025, which also includes initiatives to decrease single-use plastics from public sector institutions and schools.
The ban came into effect on 1st January 2020, meaning that if you’re visiting Paris this winter you’ll probably see some changes made as people get used to their new habits! But what does this mean for tourists? Are there any alternatives available for those who want or need plastic utensils when dining out?
France to Ban All Plastic Plates, Cups and Cutlery by 2020
You may have heard about the French saying no to plastic. But what does that mean?
Plastic is a major problem for the environment and it’s not going away anytime soon. In fact, it’s only getting worse.
Plastic is not biodegradable, meaning that once it reaches the landfill, it stays there forever. It doesn’t break down like other materials do in nature so you can imagine how much of a strain this puts on our landfills and water systems when we don’t properly dispose of our plastic waste! Fortunately, France has decided enough is enough and will ban all plastic plates, cups and cutlery by 2020 (wow).
France Sets Age Limit for Buying Tobacco and E-Cigarettes at 18
In response to the rising number of teens smoking, France has decided to raise the age limit for buying tobacco and e-cigarettes from 16 to 18. This is a first for any country in Europe.
Although the move might seem like a small change, it’s actually quite significant. The French are setting an example that other countries could follow in combating youth smoking, which is on the rise worldwide (including in the USA).
France Outlaws Free Hotel Toiletries to Fight Wasted Shampoo and Soap
The French government has taken a bold stand against the plastic waste that is being produced by hotels around the country. The ban will go into effect in 2020 and will see hotels fined up to €75,000 if they are found guilty of handing out free toiletries to their guests.
The ban is part of a wider effort by France to reduce its plastic usage. In fact, France was one of the first countries in Europe to ban plastic bags back in 2016 and since then it has become a leader when it comes to reducing its carbon footprint.
French Officials Say It’s Illegal to Deflate Soccer Balls That Are Too Round
The French government is cracking down on soccer balls.
In a move that will surely bring joy to many, the French government has announced that it’s illegal for any soccer ball used by professional leagues or clubs to be too round. The law was signed into effect by President Emmanuel Macron in April and will go into effect next year.
According to FIFA, the organization responsible for organizing international soccer competitions, fields with perfectly round balls are harder than those with imperfectly shaped ones. They say that this makes it more difficult for players to control them and can lead to injuries—especially when heading the ball or leaping over an opponent who’s trying to kick it away from you (no one likes getting kicked). In addition, they believe that these fields can make games more boring because there are fewer long-range shots or rebounds happening due to these factors being eliminated from play altogether (and thus reducing excitement).
France is doing its part to save the environment.
France is doing its part to save the environment. France has made big strides in reducing pollution, and is leading the fight for a sustainable world. If you want to join them in this noble quest, you can start by saying no to plastic!
Conclusion
France is doing its part to save the environment.