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Anna Reeve 7/13/2023 8:54 AMI had never thought about this before, only by using the small travel bottles. I've thought about doing bars of soap to help, but that I know this, I'll be doing this myself and even encourage my family to do so.
Telf Dalton
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO5.0pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO11conversationswith people
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UP TO7.0plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO45minutesspent learning
Telf's actions
Bathroom
Travel Toiletries
If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.
Study
Say No to Styrofoam
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.
Study
Dig into Bioplastics
I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impacts of bioplastics and how to properly dispose of them in my city, and I will share this information with 3 friends, family, and/or colleagues.
Kitchen
Fling the Cling
I will replace traditional plastic wrap with with a compostable cling film made from food waste.
Kitchen
Plastic Free Lunch Boxes
I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and containers in my family's lunches to reduce plastic waste.
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.
Bathroom
Swap the fibers
Switch from synthetic wash cloths and back brushes to all natural materials
Bathroom
Scrub the plastic
Switch to natural exfoliants and skip the microbeads.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomWhat is the benefit of using bar soaps or refilling your travel sized containers? Is this an action you think you will keep in your life?
Telf Dalton 7/13/2023 8:04 AMTSA does not get upset about bars of soap or solid shampoo. They also do not make a mess in my luggage. I will continue doing this in the future. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenBeyond reducing waste, there are many benefits to packing zero waste lunches (for kids or yourself!). What other benefits have you noticed from this practice?
Telf Dalton 7/13/2023 7:47 AMI tend to pack healthier lunches when I can't have chips or something in plastic bags. Also, reusable forks just work better. -
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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Telf Dalton 7/13/2023 7:42 AMIt is difficult but freeing in some ways. I finally found a solid shampoo I like.