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Welcome to Plastic-Free Challenge!

Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Plastic-Free Challenge expert in no time!

Hennepin County | Ramsey County | Washington County
Plastic-Free Challenge
February 1 - February 28, 2025
Sarah Marotz 's avatar

Sarah Marotz

Niron Magnetics

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 746 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    4.5
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    2.0
    plastic bottles
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    45
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    1.0
    documentary
    watched
  • UP TO
    110
    minutes
    spent learning

Sarah's actions

Plastics 101

Learn about bio-based, biodegradable and compostable plastic

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

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Plastics 101

Watch a Documentary

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

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

At Home

Make Green Cleaners

I will make  2 of my own cleaning products (cleaners, detergents, soaps) instead of buying them in new spray bottles each time.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

On-the-go

Use A Reusable Mug or Cup

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

COMPLETED 28
DAILY ACTIONS

At Home

REUSE TRASH BAGS BEFORE PURCHASING NEW

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

On-the-go

Use Reusable Bags

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

COMPLETED 28
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.

To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    On-the-go
    Great job on getting rid of your disposable cup habit! How does it make you feel? Are there any situations where you still struggle to use a reusable mug?
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    Sarah Marotz 2/28/2025 11:03 AM
    • 28-DAY STREAK
    For the most part it is easy to use my reusable drinking cups except when I am eating out/travel. Still figuring that out....
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    Sarah Marotz 2/26/2025 7:33 AM
    • 28-DAY STREAK
    Gathered all the plastic film bags in the house last night to take to the store to recycle. It only takes a few minutes and counts as a decluttering task as well, so this is your reminder to do it today!
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    Sarah Marotz 2/25/2025 6:15 AM
    • 28-DAY STREAK
    Dropped my son off at the airport this morning for a week-long trip to California. I tucked a reusable bag into his backpack and reminded him to use it instead of plastic bags when he buys food and such on his trip. Hopefully he'll remember....
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      Mitch Vanyo 2/25/2025 7:47 AM
      • 28-DAY STREAK
      That's a good idea! Travel seems to bring up unexpected/unusual scenarios that make it harder to be plastic-free.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    At Home
    What are some of the challenges or benefits you have experienced using reused bags instead of a bag purposely designed to hold trash?
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    Sarah Marotz 2/19/2025 4:45 PM
    • 28-DAY STREAK
    I find it challenging to reuse plastic bags for trash mostly because it's the kid's chore and they are lazy. One small change that I made was to move the 'bag of bags' to the upstairs hall closet where they usually find the bathroom can liners. Then it's on me to restock the supply rather than them to remember to make an extra trip.
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    Sarah Marotz 2/11/2025 7:20 AM
    • 28-DAY STREAK
    Can anyone recommend a good, short youtube or IG documentary around reducing plastic use to share with my kid that is off at college? Would like to low-key influence from afar.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    At Home
    Which household cleaners did you try making? Have you been able to simplify your cleaning routine?
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    Sarah Marotz 2/07/2025 10:13 AM
    • 28-DAY STREAK
    Made a batch of laundry soap last night and shared with a neighbor.
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