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Bruce Kuchenmeister

Wagner

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 541 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    13
    zero-waste meals
    consumed
  • UP TO
    3.0
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    0.6
    pounds
    waste avoided
  • UP TO
    15
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill

Bruce's actions

Pets

Invest in a Pooper-Scooper

I will swap out my single-use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper to clean up in my yard.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Personal Care

Switch to a Plastic-Free Shave

I will replace my disposable plastic razors with a steel safety razor.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Personal Care

Switch to a natural loofah or wash cloth

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

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Plastics 101

Avoid Harmful Plastics

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

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Pets

Choose All-Natural Pet Toys

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Pets

Clean Up Pet Hair with Reusables

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

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Swap the Snacks

I will swap 1 prepackaged snacks for unpackaged fruits or veggies or homemade or bulk items each time we need more.

COMPLETED 13
DAILY ACTIONS

At Home

Skip the Dryer Sheets

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

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

On-the-go

Use A Reusable Mug or Cup

I will avoid sending 10 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

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    Bruce Kuchenmeister 2/14/2025 4:20 AM
    • 25-DAY STREAK
    I've always done this so this one was easy!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food
    How does swapping out prepackaged snacks for fresh fruit or veggies or homemade or bulk items benefit your household?

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    Bruce Kuchenmeister 2/14/2025 4:19 AM
    • 25-DAY STREAK
    Creates less waste, and the waste that is create can be used as compost!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Pets
    In what ways is supplying your pet with all natural pet toys better for your pet, better for you, and better for the environment?

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    Bruce Kuchenmeister 2/10/2025 5:03 AM
    • 25-DAY STREAK
    Our dog DESTROYS her toys quickly...It only makes sense to get her toys that have no plastics and are better for the environment!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal Care
    What has been your experience with switching to a plastic-free razor? Was there ever really a need for disposable razors?

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    Bruce Kuchenmeister 2/03/2025 5:16 AM
    • 25-DAY STREAK
    I use electric razor~ Have been for years, works better then disposable and I never cut myself!

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    Bruce Kuchenmeister 2/03/2025 5:15 AM
    • 25-DAY STREAK
    Buying milk in recyclable glass bottles.