

Julie Milinovich
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 900 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO12pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO179pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO38plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Julie's actions
Kitchen
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Kitchen
Plastic Free Lunch Boxes
I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and containers in my family's lunches to reduce plastic waste.
Kitchen
Plant a Garden
I will plant an herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.
Kitchen
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Bedroom
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
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.
Family + Pets
Invest in a Pooper-Scooper
I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.
Family + Pets
Natural Paints
I will paint rooms in my home with low/no VOC or natural paints.
Family + Pets
Get Rid of Glitter
I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 10 piece(s) of litter each day.
Community
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunityWhat are the benefits of a sharing economy? How could a sharing economy change the dynamics you have with friends, family and/or neighbors?
Julie Milinovich 7/27/2023 6:58 AMWe gave our car seat we just stopped using to someone in need. Not only are we keeping it out of the landfill but now someone else gets the chance to enjoy the quality car seat. It is a win win for everyone. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchenBesides having access to fresh herbs and vegetables, what benefits will you see from growing your own garden?
Julie Milinovich 7/11/2023 7:23 AMA garden encourages our family to get outside to check on it every day. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunityHow does the act of picking up litter connect you more to your community?
Julie Milinovich 7/06/2023 7:55 AMI take a walk with my kids and we pick up litter along the way. Many of the neighbors that are out thank us for the work. It is such an easy way to make an impact. -
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?
Julie Milinovich 7/05/2023 10:06 AMI found that it is much easier to do this reduced packaging shopping at local farms this time of year.