Suzanne Koporc
7/25/2023 7:40 AM
Vinegar and baking soda are great at unclogging a clogged drain.
July 1 - July 31, 2023
Suzanne Koporc
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 636 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO23plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO6.0pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO13disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO28plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Suzanne's actions
Kitchen
Clean Plate Club
When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.
Kitchen
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Bathroom
Brush with Bamboo
I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.
Bathroom
Say No to "Flushable Wipes"
Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.
Bedroom
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
Kitchen
Glass Bottle Baby
I will replace 2 plastic bottles with glass or stainless steel alternatives.
Kitchen
Use a Reusable Mug
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.
Kitchen
Cook a Plastic Free Meal
I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Kitchen
Swap the Snacks
I will swap out 2 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.
Kitchen
Travel Eating
If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.
Bathroom
Travel Toiletries
If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.
Bathroom
Homemade or Refillable Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.
Kitchen
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Kitchen
Fill a Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Bedroom
Natural Fibers
When available, I will purchase clothing and bedding made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.
Kitchen
Plastic Free Lunch Boxes
I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and containers in my family's lunches to reduce plastic waste.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomWhat did you learn by making your own cleaning products? What is the biggest difference in making vs buying?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomWhat are the benefits of switching to bamboo toothbrushes? How would you implore others in your community to make this switch as well?
Suzanne Koporc 7/10/2023 12:33 PMI prefer bamboo, it's pretty, lightweight and does a great job. I recommend it to friends. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomWhat is the benefit of using bar soaps or refilling your travel sized containers? Is this an action you think you will keep in your life?
Suzanne Koporc 7/10/2023 12:32 PMIt just makes sense to refill bottles than to buy new containers every time you travel. I've been doing it since I grew up camping, we spent a lot of time in nature and I hated when plastic became to norm instead of glass, paper, pottery or metal containers. Human inventions in the last 100 years or more to "save time" has just ruined the earth, ocean and the air we breathe. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroomEven though they are marketed as "flushable," disposable wipes do not disintegrate in water or the sewer system, and actually release microplastics into our waterways. How does it feel to learn this information? What do you want to do about it?
Suzanne Koporc 7/10/2023 12:26 PMI didn't know they were "flushable, I hardly ever use them and I've never flushed on.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroomWhat are the benefits (to people, animals, and the environment) of purchasing clothes made with natural fibers?
Suzanne Koporc 7/06/2023 5:12 AMIt's a challenge to buy things strictly made of natural fibers but they are well work it when you can find them. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenDo an inventory of your kitchen to see how many single-use plastics you've used in the past. What are some resuable alternatives to these commonly used products? What would your impact be if you switched all the single-use products from your inventory to reusable?
Suzanne Koporc 7/06/2023 5:11 AMStarting to read cook books again, so I can make some of the things I buy (bread, tortillas, cookies, etc.) to cut out plastic. Also visiting the butcher who packages in paper instead of plastic. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenHow difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
Suzanne Koporc 7/06/2023 5:06 AMI keep cloth bags in my car trunk at all times and automatically grab one or two when I shop. I like cloth because you can throw them in the wash, they don't rip like plastic bags from the stores and they are biodegradable when they start to fall apart. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenWith the added mindfulness of reducing your packaging, what have you noticed about the amount and type of single use plastics used for packaging when you shop in the grocery store?
Suzanne Koporc 7/06/2023 5:03 AMWhen I go to grocery, I buy as many veggies as I can in bulk bins and put them in my reusable cloth grocery bags to avoid plastic wrapping. I self check out too, so its not a hassled for the check out person. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenBeyond reducing waste, there are many benefits to packing zero waste lunches (for kids or yourself!). What other benefits have you noticed from this practice?
Suzanne Koporc 7/06/2023 5:00 AMI have stainless steel and bamboo reusable cutlery. The bamboo sets include knife, spoon, fork, straw w/ brush and chopsticks. Stainless steel has a knife and a spoon/fork combination. I keep them in my lunch bag so they are always ready for work or travel. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenHow does swapping out prepackaged snacks for fresh fruit or veggies benefit your family?
Suzanne Koporc 7/06/2023 4:56 AMI found that if I prep my fruit and veggies when I buy them and put them in reusable containers, I eat more fruit and vegetables throughout the day because it's easy to grab since its been washed and sliced for eating immediately. It also helps me not to waste food and since the containers of clear it makes my fridge very inviting. Watch Home Edit for inspiration!