The Suncoast Chapter is made up of beautiful Gulf beaches, a vibrant bay, and several coastal communities- the largest of which is St. Petersburg. The Suncoast Chapter has been actively campaigning to reduce single-use plastics in St. Petersburg since 2014. Initally, the chapter leadership connected with local elected officials to discuss the possibility of eliminating single use plastic straws and polystyrene in their community. They also helped form a coalition to educate the public on the perils of plastic pollution and build community support around the issue.
This is a monumental win for our Suncoast Chapter and a testament to the dedication and passion of our chapter leaders and members. Sometimes victories take time, but this victory shows why it's so important to stay the course. Congratulations, Suncoast Chapter!