Emily Boyd

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

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

I will swap out 1 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

I will keep 5 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will use a microfiber catcher in my laundry, or install a microfiber filter for my washing machine.

I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable options.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

I will calculate my ecological footprint, and from the results brainstorm and take action on ways I can reduce my annual footprint.

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 replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

When it's time to buy more, I will replace my beauty products with refillable, sustainable, and/or DIY options.

Throughout its life cycle, polystyrene (styrofoam) can harm people, communities, and the planet. I will refuse styrofoam whenever I can, making sure to kindly let people know why I'm asking for alternative packaging.

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

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