Anne-Marie Schlessel

I will pick up 15 piece(s) of litter each day.

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

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 replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar or refillable shampoo option.

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

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 20 minutes researching which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community and recycle only those items.

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

Although a long-standing festive tradition, balloons are harmful for animals and the environment. I will spend 20 learning about the dangers of balloons and find eco-friendly alternatives to use instead.

I will paint rooms in my home with low/no VOC or natural paints.

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