Finding sustainable, plastic-free toys doesn’t have to cost the Earth
The IndependentSign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. But Christmas brings a deluge of another relatively short-lived plastic product that has received a lot less attention – children’s toys. Unlike low weight packaging and film, toys often contain far larger quantities of high-quality virgin plastic material – and they usually last a lot longer than their owner’s interest, such is the rapid pace of child development. By studying the life cycles of a range of children’s toys, we were able to determine their environmental impact and calculate how much energy goes into making and using each toy throughout its lifespan. Secondhand toy story Construction toys such as Lego and Meccano scored well because they can be used for longer and are suitable for children over a wider age range.
History of this topic
Lego to replace oil in its bricks with pricier renewable plastic
The HinduWhy the rise of ecommerce websites could spell the end for traditional children's toy stores
ABC
Lego CEO Ready to Pay Extra for Renewable Plastic Used in Toy Blocks
Hindustan Times
How to cut back on plastic toys and other tips for a more eco-friendly playtime
LA Times
As another study highlights how plastic harms sea life, here are 7 things to consider if you’re still trying to cut back
The Independent
11 best kids’ wooden and plastic-free toys that will inspire their imagination
The Independent
Are Plastic Dog Toys Harming Your Pet?
Huff PostDiscover Related
