Emily Angstman

I will read through the three emails each week to learn more about plastic and get ideas on how to use less.

I will buy secondhand goods to reduce the demand for new plastic products and avoid packaging.

I will cut single-use plastics out of my morning drink by switching to reusable coffee pods, tea infusers, and bulk beans or tea leaves.

I will stop buying water and instead use water from the tap or invest in a water filter if water quality is a concern.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polyvinyl, polystyrene and polycarbonate (#3,#6 and #7).

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will use a menstrual cup and/or cloth pads instead of a disposable option.

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

I will ditch the zippered plastic bags for food storage and switch to reusable containers.

I will use reusable containers when freezing food and opt for glass or metal when purchasing new containers.