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Christina Anselmo 7/13/2023 2:04 PM
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You'll be an Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2023 expert in no time!
I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and containers in my family's lunches to reduce plastic waste.
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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.
I will replace 1 plastic bottles with glass or stainless steel alternatives.
I will pick up 6 piece(s) of litter each day.
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 10 minutes researching which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community and recycle only those items.
I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.
I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.
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.