Ann Schley
2/01/2025 11:23 AM
Look for certification before assuming something is compostable
February 1 - February 28, 2025
Ann Schley
"Strive to further reduce my use of plastics."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 548 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO12zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO6.8pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO3.3poundspackaging waste avoided
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UP TO65minutesspent learning
Ann'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
Complete a waste audit
I will spend 5 minutes conducting a waste audit- including recyclables and compost- to understand how much plastic waste I create and where I can reduce the most.
Plastics 101
Estimate Your Plastic Footprint
I will complete a plastic consumption calculator to learn about my plastic footprint.
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.
Food
Buy Unpackaged Produce
I will avoid 2 plastic bags each shopping trip by not bagging my produce or using reusable produce bags.
Food
Shop the Bulk Bins
Each trip to the grocery store I will purchase 1 products from the bulk section using my own containers.
Food
Swap the Snacks
I will swap 1 prepackaged snacks for unpackaged fruits or veggies or homemade or bulk items each time we need more.
Food
Ditch the Baggie
I will ditch the zippered plastic bags for food storage and switch to reusable containers.
Food
Cook Meals with Zero Plastic Waste
I will prepare 1 meal(s) at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
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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Ann Schley 2/07/2025 7:42 PMI am out of cheese. Where can I buy cheese wrapped in wax or something other than plastic?-
Jill Trei 2/11/2025 1:11 PMI haven't tried this myself yet (if you have please report back!) - i have heard that food co-ops (like Eastside) will support you bringing your own container from home and asking the cheese counter to put cheese directly into it to avoid the plastic wrap. -
Michelle B 2/08/2025 10:54 AM- 24-DAY STREAK
great question! maybe we should ask our grocers for plastic-free options when we are shopping so they know we want it. -
Katherine Boyce 2/07/2025 8:47 PM- 28-DAY STREAK
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Ann Schley 2/06/2025 7:14 PMI broke down snd bought take out, plastic bag snd container. I should have told them, please no bag. :(-
Michelle B 2/07/2025 3:36 PM- 24-DAY STREAK
yeah i feel that. it's hard to be pristine/perfect with this and not possible anyway. and that's a good point that you can minimize the impact even when getting plastic (like skipping the bag). thanks
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Ann Schley 2/05/2025 5:40 PMFinding more things in my co-ops bulk food section!-
Michelle B 2/07/2025 3:41 PM- 24-DAY STREAK
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Ann Schley 2/02/2025 12:49 PMI was able to avoid most plastic on a dnack tun yoday -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPlastics 101What might you do differently since learning about bio-based, biodegradable and compostable plastic?
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Ann Schley 2/01/2025 11:21 AMGood. I avoided take out today after my workout knowing that it would likely involve plastic use. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPlastics 101What did you find out about your plastic consumption by using the calculator? What did or didn't surprise you?
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Ann Schley 1/22/2025 6:54 PMI joined to learn what other steps I can take to reduce plastics. For years I have not accepted plastic bags, but my recycling bin stills fills every 4-6 weeks. What more can I do?-
H McCrillis 1/29/2025 12:38 AM- 28-DAY STREAK
Well, since you’re auditing and measuring your footprint, I’m sadly unsure what else to suggest. 🤷🏼
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Ann Schley 1/22/2025 6:53 PMI joined to learn what other steps I can take to reduce plastics. For years I have not accepted plastic bags, but my recycling bin stills fills every 4-6 weeks. What more can I do?