The Wider Image: Families around the world join war on plastic
Brandy Wilbur (2nd L), 44, a high school STEM Coordinator, and Anthony Wilbur (R), 45, a high school environmental science teacher, pose for a portrait with their children Sophie (L), 12, and Andrew (2nd R), nine, at their home in Wenham, Massachusetts, U.S., May 27, 2018. "We try to reduce our footprint. We all use stainless steel water bottles and bring our own coffee mugs, etc. I try to avoid single use plastics such as straws, cups and bottles, but I'm not always successful," said Brandy. "When shopping, I do try to buy products with minimal packaging, but that's challenging too, everything is packaged!" she added. "I think plastics are increasing, especially the plastics that cannot be recycled like wrappers, products wrapped in plastic wrap, snack bags, etc - all for the convenience factor. We're aware and try our best to reduce our use of plastics but it's hard." REUTERS/Brian Snyder