Alicia Ortega

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.

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

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.

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

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

I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.