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Susan Robertson

Excelsior Methodists Punt Plastics

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 144 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    15
    pounds of CO2
    have been saved
  • UP TO
    9.0
    pieces of litter
    picked up
  • UP TO
    35
    minutes
    spent learning

Susan's actions

Plastics 101

Stop "wishcycling"

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. 

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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

Food

Ditch the Plastic Wrap

I will ditch plastic wrap and use reusable containers, lids or wraps instead.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Pets

Buy Bulk Kitty Litter

I will purchase bulk cat litter where I can refill and keep using the same container.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community

Pick Up Plastic Litter

I will pick up 3 piece(s) of plastic litter each day and dispose of it responsibly.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

REDUCE MY MILES DRIVEN

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.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

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  • Susan Robertson's avatar
    Susan Robertson 2/07/2025 1:54 PM
    Very well. I was always proficient with recycling before, so these aren't big changes for our household.