Patricia gaffney

I will reuse existing bags such as pet food bags, grocery bags, or online shopping bags to line my trash bins (or go without plastic liners) and offset using as many new bags as possible.

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 recycle 2 plastic caps per day by placing them back on the plastic bottles before placing them in my recycling bin.

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.

Instead of trashing them, I will recycle 2 plastic bags per day bringing them to a drop-off or special pickup

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.

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

I will buy secondhand goods to reduce the demand for new plastic products and avoid packaging.

I will watch a documentary film about plastic waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.