Holly Henriksen

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

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

I will make sure any BPI-certified compostable plastic products I use will be disposed of correctly by putting them in my curbside compost/food scraps bin or taking them to a drop-off location and not placing them in the regular recycling.

I will purchase secondhand water/food dishes, collars, or leashes, and other pet supplies.

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

I will replace my synthetic loofah with a natural loofah or wash cloth.

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

I will use a reusable lint brush or vacuum to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets, and furniture.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.