Alaska Kellum

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

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.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

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

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

When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.

I will pick up 2 piece(s) of litter each day.

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

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

I will replace 3 plastic bottles with glass or stainless steel alternatives.

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

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

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

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

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

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