Courtney Schroeder
2/10/2025 6:55 AM
- 28-DAY STREAK
I watched Plastic Island on Netflix.
Though I watched it alone and not with friends.
Though I watched it alone and not with friends.
February 1 - February 28, 2025
Courtney Schroeder
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 629 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO28zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO11pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO26plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO0.3poundswaste avoided
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UP TO0.9poundspackaging waste avoided
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UP TO30plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
Courtney's actions
On-the-go
Use Reusable Water Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
On-the-go
Pack a Lunch
I will skip eating out and bring a lunch from home in reusable containers.
Food
Shop the Bulk Bins
Each trip to the grocery store I will purchase 2 products from the bulk section using my own containers.
Personal Care
Replace My Toothbrush
I will replace 3 plastic toothbrushes in my household with recycled plastic, wood or bamboo toothbrushes.
On-the-go
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
Personal Care
Choose sustainable suds
I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with solid bars or refillable options.
Plastics 101
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about plastic waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONPlastics 101Which documentary did you choose to watch? What did you learn?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONOn-the-goCan you think of any scenarios where using your own bottle is harder? How can you make sure not to get a disposable bottle in that case?
Courtney Schroeder 2/05/2025 7:05 AM- 28-DAY STREAK
I drink more flavored water than regular water so single use bottles are easier, I can work on finding flavorings that come in packages other than plastic. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodDo an inventory of your kitchen to see how many single-use plastics you've used in the past. What are some low-waste or reusable alternatives to these commonly used products? What would your impact be if you switched all the single-use products from your inventory to reusable? Are there any items where it would be difficult to avoid plastic waste?
Courtney Schroeder 2/05/2025 7:04 AM- 28-DAY STREAK
condiments are the biggest culprit for me, I can search for glass containers instead of plastic. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow has buying bulk impacted the quality of the food you receive? Why do you think our society relies more on prepackaged foods rather than buying in bulk?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONOn-the-goWhat are some of the unexpected benefits of bringing your own lunch?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal CareWhat are the benefits of switching to bamboo, wood, or recycled-content toothbrushes? How could you get others to make this change, too?
Courtney Schroeder 2/05/2025 7:02 AM- 28-DAY STREAK
Reduces waste that take longer to decompose.
I can get others to make this change by purchasing them for members of my home. -
Courtney Schroeder 2/05/2025 6:44 AM- 28-DAY STREAK
I've swapped out buying 1 time use protein snack packs and now prep my own at home with reusable containers.