Sue Everson-Rose

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

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.

Contamination makes the recycling process more difficult. I will review which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my county and recycle only those items. 

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

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

I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.

I will avoid 3 plastic bags each shopping trip by not bagging my produce or using reusable produce bags.

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

I will visit a co-op or zero waste store to check out my local options for bulk products and plastic-free items.