Kate Hoy

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

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.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

Plastic production, not just disposal, pollutes communities and harms people. I will learn about the impacts of plastic production on humans, animals, communities, and the environment.

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

I will keep 1 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

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

I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.

I will spend 14 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

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

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

I will recycle used contact lenses and packaging.

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

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

I will hang-dry my laundry to use the sun as a natural bleach alternative, or use another natural bleach alternative.

I will try new recipe(s) or food preparation method(s) each day, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.