Ana Freitas

I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

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

I will swap out 2 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

I will replace 5 plastic bottles with glass or stainless steel alternatives.

I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.

I will calculate my ecological footprint, and from the results brainstorm and take action on ways I can reduce my annual footprint.

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

I will use a microfiber catcher in my laundry, or install a microfiber filter for my washing machine.

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

I will switch to a plastic-free deodorant — whether purchased or DIY'd.

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

I will spend 10 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

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

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

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