Jade Blauvelt

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

If possible, I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and containers in my family's lunches to reduce plastic waste.

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.

When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.

The chasing arrows symbol we associate with recycling doesn't always actually mean something is recyclable. I will spend at least 7 minutes learning the different meanings the symbol can have.

I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

I will spend 10 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

The numbers #1-7 on plastics tell us a lot - and can help us be better recyclers. I will learn what these numbers mean and which types of plastics are accepted for recycling in my area.

I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.

I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.

I will keep 1 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.