Rachel Zimonick
2/04/2026 4:28 AM
have found that some already have holes in that were not noticed then trash leaks
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Ashlee Kephart 2/04/2026 7:04 AM
February 1 - February 28, 2026
Rachel Zimonick
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 77 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO0.7pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0plastic strawnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO5.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0disposable cupnot sent to the landfill
Rachel's actions
At Home
REUSE TRASH BAGS BEFORE PURCHASING NEW
I will reuse existing bags such as pet food bags, grocery bags, or online shopping bags to line my trash bins (or go without plastic liners) and offset using as many new bags as possible.
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
Use reusable to-go containers
I will use a restaurant's deposit system for reusable cups and/or takeout containers or I will bring my own reusable container to take home leftovers.
At Home
Swap Sponges for Longer Lasting Reusable Options
I will ditch the sponge and use a reusable or compostable option such as a brush, scrubber or dishrag instead.
On-the-go
Use A Reusable Mug or Cup
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.
On-the-go
Skip the Straw
I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
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.
At Home
Skip the Dryer Sheets
I will replace dryer sheets with a reusable alternative or use nothing at all.
Pets
Prepare Homemade Treats
I will prepare my own pet treats to avoid plastic packaging.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAt HomeWhat are some of the challenges or benefits you have experienced using reused bags instead of a bag purposely designed to hold trash?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAt HomeHow difficult (or easy!) has it been for you to cut dryer sheets from your laundry routine?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONOn-the-goHave you noticed a shift in your community as more messaging about reusable straws becomes mainstream? Cite some examples.
Rachel Zimonick 2/04/2026 4:27 AMyes - resturants having cardboard straws instead of plastic or not always offering straws unless asked -
REFLECTION QUESTIONOn-the-goGreat job on getting rid of your disposable cup habit! How does it make you feel? Are there any situations where you still struggle to use a reusable mug?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONOn-the-goWhat did you think about your experience with the returnable container system?
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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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONPetsDoes making your own pet treats seem like a habit you can keep up in the long term? What else can you do to reduce your use of plastic packaging that can come from taking care of your pet's needs?