Brooke Saunders

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

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

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

I will pick up 1 piece(s) of litter each day.

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 hang-dry my laundry to use the sun as a natural bleach alternative, or use another natural bleach alternative.

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

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

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

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

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

I will swap out 1 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

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

I will make the switch to sustainable, reusable period products.

If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.

I will use laundry detergent that is packaged in glass or aluminum, or an alternative like soap nuts.

I will spend 4 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.

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

I will spend 5 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

I will donate 2 zero waste period kits to young people with periods so that they can reduce their waste and the financial burden of menstruation while continuing their education.