Emily McDonald

I will avoid items marketed to first-time parents and instead use or refurbish items I already have or get them from friends or family.

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

I will plan an herb or vegetable garden for next year at my home, workplace, or community garden.

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

I will visit a co-op or zero waste store to check out my local options for bulk products and plastic-free items.

I will support the sharing economy by joining a community tool exchange, toy library, or buy nothing group.

I will cut down the miles I drive to reduce microplastic shedding from tires. Alternatives include riding public transit, walking, biking, carpooling and combining trips.

I will buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or I will make my own toys from repurposed items found in my home!

I will avoid 4 plastic bags each shopping trip by not bagging my produce or using reusable produce bags.

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