Joan Pelzer
2/17/2025 7:21 AM
I have a few glass containers that I can freeze leftover in, or I try to plan using that food within the next couple of days and skip the freezer
February 1 - February 28, 2025
Joan Pelzer
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 136 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO23pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.3poundswaste avoided
Joan's actions
Plastics 101
Know the Numbers
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.
Plastics 101
Estimate Your Plastic Footprint
I will complete a plastic consumption calculator to learn about my plastic footprint.
Food
Skip Single-Use Plastic for Freezing Food
I will use reusable containers when freezing food and opt for glass or metal when purchasing new containers.
At Home
Skip the Dryer Sheets
I will replace dryer sheets with a reusable alternative or use nothing at all.
At Home
WASH COLD, LINE DRY
I will wash my clothing in cold water and hang it to dry to reduce the amount of microplastic shedding and to prolong the life of my garments.
At Home
Extend the Life of Electronics
Manufacturers want you to replace your phones every year. I will keep my phone for at least 3 years and make any necessary repairs or updates to keep it functioning as long as possible.
At Home
Buy better gum
I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.
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?
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Joan Pelzer 2/25/2025 11:10 AMPlastic-free challenge is going very well. I make certain that I sort everything for trash and recycling. -
Joan Pelzer 2/25/2025 11:08 AMI do not use dryer sheets -
Joan Pelzer 2/25/2025 11:06 AMI don't che gum, nor does ayone in my family. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow easy or difficult have you found this task? Is there a way you could rearrange your freezer to make this work better?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAt HomeWhat maintenance steps do you take to keep your electronics in good working order?
Joan Pelzer 2/17/2025 7:18 AMI keep my electronic in good working order as long as I can keep them repaired until they completely fall apart -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAt HomeHow difficult (or easy!) has it been for you to cut dryer sheets from your laundry routine?
Joan Pelzer 2/17/2025 7:16 AMI have never used dryer sheet because they plug up your filters-
Lynn Broaddus 2/17/2025 8:04 AMI agree. I don't understand the point. Actually, we generally hang our laundry to dry. Not only do we not need dryer sheets, but the clothing lasts much longer when it doesn't get pummeled in the dryer.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAt HomeHow do you tackle hang drying clothes during cold winter months?
Joan Pelzer 2/17/2025 7:14 AMI don't have a basement, soI have a bar over the middle of my tub, which I hang clothing to drip dry.-
Johnny Rice 2/18/2025 4:01 AM- 28-DAY STREAK
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Joan Pelzer 2/12/2025 8:14 AMi collect all my plastic bags and recycle them where I can.-
Joan Pelzer 2/12/2025 8:16 AMI reuse plastic bags from newspaper delivery and grocery store for collecting used cat litter.
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Joan Pelzer 2/12/2025 8:13 AMI joined the challenge, because there are some things I am already doing to lessen my use of plastic. -
Joan Pelzer 2/12/2025 8:11 AMI compost all food scraps-
Pat Burns 2/12/2025 8:44 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
- 20-DAY STREAK
In Bloomington, curbside organics composting is available. It has been a wonderful benefit of living here. We are indeed lucky to live in Minnesota for so many reasons. -
Michelle B 2/12/2025 8:20 AM- 24-DAY STREAK
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Joan Pelzer 2/12/2025 8:17 AM
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