Katherine Boyce

I will spend 10 minutes conducting a waste audit- including recyclables and compost- to understand how much plastic waste I create and where I can reduce the most.

I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with solid bars or refillable options.

I will pick up 1 piece(s) of plastic litter each day and dispose of it responsibly.

I will plan an herb or vegetable garden for next year at my home, workplace, or community garden.

I will cut down the miles I drive to reduce microplastic shedding from tires. Alternatives include riding public transit, walking, biking, carpooling and combining trips.

Plastics recycling is real, and it works in the Twin Cities metro area when done correctly. I will spend 60 minutes learning about how to correctly recycle plastics in the Twin Cities and where recycled plastics end up.

I will complete a plastic consumption calculator to learn about my plastic footprint.

I will try a new recipe or food preparation method, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.

I will skip eating out and bring a lunch from home in reusable containers.

I will assemble and/or use a to-go bag with cloth napkins and reusable utensils, containers, and cups to avoid disposable to-go containers and cutlery for 1 of my household members.