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
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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?