I am a woman who cares deeply for our Earth and its environment. Just like millions of other women worldwide, I count on birth control pills for my reproductive health. Each month, alongside my prescription, I receive a new, plastic pill case designed to hold my medication. Over time, I've watched these cases stack up, their presence a nagging reminder of the unnecessary waste being generated.

Upon attempting to curb this waste through recycling, I was met with another disheartening discovery: these hard plastic cases, coded for a category of plastic many municipal recycling programs can't handle, mostly end up in landfills. Are they recyclable in theory? Yes. But in practice, they present a challenge most cities and states are ill-equipped to tackle. Yet, each case can be reused multiple times without any issue, emphasizing the uncalled-for plastic waste produced every month.

With over 10 million women in the United States alone using birth control pills, imagine the vast scale of this unnecessary waste. It's time for change. I am calling on birth control companies to rethink their packaging strategies and end the provision of new pill cases with every monthly supply. Instead, a durable case should be provided once, with refills thereafter only upon request.

Let's send a clear message to birth control companies. We, their customers, demand sustainable practices in their operations. By adjusting their packaging strategy, these businesses can take significant strides towards decreasing plastic waste, aiding in the protection of our environment, and demonstrating responsible corporate behavior. Isn't it high time we prioritize the health of our planet, just as we do our own bodies?

Please sign this petition to urge birth control companies to minimize unnecessary plastic waste.