Constance Poelking

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

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

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.

Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.

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

I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.

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

I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.

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

When available, I will purchase clothing and bedding made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

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

I will keep 4 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

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

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