Kellie Carlson

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

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

I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community.

Using the action resource links below, my family will spend 30 minutes learning about environmental justice, causes of environmental injustice, and how plastic waste disproportionately impacts already vulnerable communities.

If possible, I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

The chasing arrows symbol we associate with recycling doesn't always actually mean something is recyclable. I will spend at least 30 minutes learning the different meanings the symbol can have.

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

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

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

Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.

I will prepare my own pet treats to avoid plastic packaging.

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

I will spend 30 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 8 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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.

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

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.

When available, I will purchase clothing and bedding made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

I will host a watch party with friends and/or colleagues to watch and discuss a movie about plastics.

I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.

I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar or refillable shampoo option.

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