Lisa Walter

I will learn about what different descriptions and marketing terms mean when used on plastics.

I found a group on Facebook called ONE5C. It is an organization dedicated to educating the public to make significant climate actions. I subscribe to their Climate Action newsletter and have learned a lot of helpful information.

I will read through the three emails each week to learn more about plastic and get ideas on how to use less.

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.

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.

I will complete a plastic consumption calculator to learn about my plastic footprint.

Each trip to the grocery store I will purchase 5 products from the bulk section using my own containers.

I will try a new recipe or food preparation method, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.

I will make  1 of my own cleaning products (cleaners, detergents, soaps) instead of buying them in new spray bottles each time.

I will swap 5 prepackaged snacks for unpackaged fruits or veggies or homemade or bulk items each time we need more.