Mariann Brush

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

I will use laundry detergent that is packaged in glass or aluminum, or an alternative like soap nuts.

I will raise money to support a nonprofit dedicated to plastic pollution reduction.

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

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

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

I will spend 20 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

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.

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

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

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

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

I will make my environmental actions visible by sharing about them on my social media networks and the Plastic Free Ecochallenge participant feed.

Because many tea bags and most sleeves and sachets contain plastic, I will switch to using loose leaf tea.

I will swap out 10 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

I will write or sign 1 letters, emails or petitions per day to advocate for plastic-free or planet-friendly policies.