Brynn Richards

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

Plastic production, not just disposal, pollutes communities and harms people. I will learn about the impacts of plastic production on humans, animals, communities, and the environment.

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 purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

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

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

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

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

I will calculate my ecological footprint, and from the results brainstorm and take action on ways I can reduce my annual footprint.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

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

I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community.

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