Amelia Breed
7/11/2023 5:47 PM
Super easy and way healthier!
July 1 - July 31, 2023
Amelia Breed
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 255 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO9.0pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO4.0plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Amelia's actions
Family + Pets
Homemade Pet Food
I will prepare my own pet food to avoid plastic packaging.
Family + Pets
Homemade Pet Treats
I will prepare my own pet treats to avoid plastic packaging.
Kitchen
Choose Reusable Food Storage
I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).
Bathroom
Say No to "Flushable Wipes"
Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.
Kitchen
Switch to Loose Leaf Tea
Because many tea bags and most sleeves and sachets contain plastic, I will switch to using loose leaf tea.
Kitchen
Use Reusable Utensils
I will keep 9 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.
Kitchen
Plant a Garden
I will plant an herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.
Kitchen
Travel Eating
If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.
Kitchen
Cook a Plastic Free Meal
I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Kitchen
Fill a Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenWas this action easy or difficult to do? How did it change your travel experience?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenHow can you be an advocate for using reusables instead of disposables for the rest of your community? Where are they currently dependent on disposable food packaging or eating utensils, and how can you convince them of the need for change?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenTake time to reflect or meditate over your plastic-free cup of tea. Share your thoughts and reflections with us here!
Amelia Breed 7/11/2023 5:46 PMI grow my own herbs and have learned about wild edibles I harvest, dry, and combine for tea. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + PetsHow could you reduce your waste even further (i.e. by making pet treats out of kitchen scraps or about-to-go-bad produce)?
Amelia Breed 7/11/2023 5:45 PMWe feed our dog straight from our plates and avoid dog food all together. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenBesides having access to fresh herbs and vegetables, what benefits will you see from growing your own garden?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenUsing the links provided, investigate the bottling practices of water corporations. There have been many cases where the water rights of the local people have been violated or even completely disregarded when a corporation decides to bottle water from a particular water source. How can you advocate for those who have been harmed by this bottling process?
Amelia Breed 7/11/2023 5:43 PMWe get water from a natural spring and re-fill gallon jugs that last a month! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenDo an inventory of your kitchen to see how many single-use plastics you've used in the past. What are some resuable alternatives to these commonly used products? What would your impact be if you switched all the single-use products from your inventory to reusable?
Amelia Breed 7/11/2023 5:42 PMCloth grocery bags, cloth napkins, mugs and glasses, ceramic plateware. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomEven though they are marketed as "flushable," disposable wipes do not disintegrate in water or the sewer system, and actually release microplastics into our waterways. How does it feel to learn this information? What do you want to do about it?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenHow can you think outside the box (or bag!) when it comes to disposables?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + PetsDoes making your own pet food seem like a habit you can keep up in the long term? What else can you do to reduce your use of plastic packaging that can come from taking care of your pet's needs?
