Susan Boris
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 110 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.1pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO0.6poundspackaging waste avoided
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UP TO1.0plastic bottlenot sent to the landfill
Susan's actions
At Home
Make Green Cleaners
I will make 1 of my own cleaning products (cleaners, detergents, soaps) instead of buying them in new spray bottles each time.
At Home
Ditch the Disposable Cleaning Wipes
I will replace my disposable cleaning wipes with a reusable brush or cloth.
Food
Buy Unpackaged Produce
I will avoid 2 plastic bags each shopping trip by not bagging my produce or using reusable produce bags.
At Home
Choose Natural Clothing Fibers
I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon, acrylic or spandex. Try prioritizing buying used clothing before buying new.
At Home
Skip the Dryer Sheets
I will replace dryer sheets with a reusable alternative or use nothing at all.
At Home
Plan a Garden
I will plan an herb or vegetable garden for next year at my home, workplace, or community garden.
Food
Skip Single-Use Plastic for Freezing Food
I will use reusable containers when freezing food and opt for glass or metal when purchasing new containers.
Food
Make Your Own
I will try a new recipe or food preparation method, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.
Plastics 101
Read Plastic-Free Challenge emails
I will read through the three emails each week to learn more about plastic and get ideas on how to use less.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAt HomeWhich household cleaners did you try making? Have you been able to simplify your cleaning routine?
Susan Boris 2/14/2026 12:04 PMI made a laundry stain spray; and I am using a vinegar soak on synthetic work out clothing. -
Susan Boris 2/14/2026 10:02 AMThis new tool does help bring reduction to mind even more often! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAt HomeHow have you modified your cleaning routine to make sure you aren't using disposable wipes? Are you satisfied with the results?
Susan Boris 2/14/2026 10:01 AMAttended a print making art class where wipes were needed for clean up... talked to the class leaders about options for the future that could be cloth/washed in the future. The class provider does do this for pottery classes already! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAt HomeWhat are the benefits (to people, animals, and the environment) of purchasing clothes made with natural fibers?
Susan Boris 2/12/2026 2:40 PMI am shopping for natural fibers off of a wedding registry. This is a wonderful option to pursue!-
Lily Keire 2/13/2026 3:11 AMHow does the wedding registry help you? Is it that the bride and groom have selected natural fibers? How does that work?
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Susan Boris 2/12/2026 8:35 AMI am loving making up soup recipes to reduce produce waste and increase healthly foods consumption.-
Lily Keire 2/13/2026 3:33 AM -
Lisa Hirst Carnes 2/12/2026 1:02 PM
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