Rachel Olmanson

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

Each trip to the grocery store I will purchase 4 products from the bulk section using my own containers.

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

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

I will prepare 1 meal(s) at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will complete a plastic consumption calculator to learn about my plastic footprint.