Mackenzie Foster

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

I will give my pets toys made of natural materials like wool, hemp, or cotton, or make our own toys from repurposed items found in our home.

I will spend 5 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 single use diapers for reusable cloth diapers.

I will replace my disposable cleaning wipes with a reusable brush or cloth.

I will replace dryer sheets with a reusable alternative or use nothing at all.

I will wash my clothing in cold water and hang it to dry to reduce the amount of microplastic shedding and to prolong the life of my garments.

I will pick up 3 piece(s) of plastic litter each day and dispose of it responsibly.

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

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