Sandy Caster

Each trip to the grocery store I will purchase 2 products from the bulk section using my own containers.

The numbers #1-7 on plastics tell us a lot and can help us be better recyclers. I will learn more about what the symbols on plastics mean.

I will learn about what different descriptions and marketing terms mean when used on plastics.

Throughout its life cycle, polystyrene (styrofoam) can harm people, communities, and the planet. I will refuse styrofoam whenever I can.

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

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

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