Rebecca Kalitz

I will swap out my cat's litter for sawdust, mulch, or dirt with baking soda.

I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

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

I will make the switch to sustainable, reusable period products.

If possible, I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

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

Because many tea bags and most sleeves and sachets contain plastic, I will switch to using loose leaf tea.

I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.

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

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

The numbers #1-7 on plastics tell us a lot - and can help us be better recyclers. I will learn what these numbers mean and which types of plastics are accepted for recycling in my area.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will conduct a waste audit - including recyclables and compost - to understand how much waste I create and where I can reduce the most.

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

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

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

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

I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

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

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

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

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.