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Becky Alexander

LHB, Inc.

POINTS TOTAL

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participant impact

  • UP TO
    30
    plastic containers
    not sent to the landfill

Becky's actions

Lifestyle

Travel Toiletries

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me in a TSA approved reusable quart sized bag.

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Lifestyle

Travel Smart

If traveling, I will bring my own plastic free items (water bottle, grocery bags, collapsible food containers, utensils, straws, etc.) with me.

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Food

Buy Unpackaged Produce

I will purchase produce items without plastic packaging.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Shop the Bulk Bins

I will purchase dry goods from the bulk section of my grocery store, and use my own containers to do so.

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Food

Start Composting

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

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Personal Care

Lather Up

I will replace my soaps, shampoos, and conditions with either a bar or refillable option.

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Food

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.

COMPLETED 6
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Food

Use Reusable Containers

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

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Food

Minimize Packaging

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

COMPLETED 2
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Lifestyle

Watch a Documentary

I will watch a documentary film about waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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Lifestyle

Complete a Waste Audit

I will conduct a waste audit - including recyclables and compost - to understand how much waste I create and where I can reduce the most.

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    Becky Alexander 7/31/2019 8:40 AM
    Using a reusable quart sized bag for my travel toiletries - no problem at TSA.

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    Becky Alexander 7/30/2019 11:11 AM
    It's the end of the month and I'm still loving my bar of shampoo...

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    Becky Alexander 7/27/2019 8:14 PM
    Brought my own plate and fork to a potluck this evening!

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    Becky Alexander 7/18/2019 2:52 PM
    For anyone looking to eliminate one more plastic bag, here is an easy recipe I use for tortillas: stir together 2C flour, 3/4C veggie oil, 1/4C warm water, and 1/2t salt. Cover and let rest 30 minutes. Divide into 6-12 balls (depending on how large you want your tortillas). One-by-one, roll out into a circle and cook in large skillet over medium heat until lightly browned on each side. Best enjoyed fresh. 

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    Becky Alexander 7/09/2019 12:21 PM
    Successfully used my own glass container at the deli counter yesterday for sliced lunch meat. Unsuccessfully, forgot to make sure the container weight was accounted for in the price (tare) and paid $17 for a half pound of turkey! Will try getting store credit during next week's shopping trip...

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    Becky Alexander 7/03/2019 7:30 AM
    Went shopping at a new zero-waste market that a friend of mine opened this year in a Minneapolis food desert. In addition to bulk dry goods (either bring your own containers or use theirs for a refundable deposit), they have options for personal care that include both pre-made low-waste products and ingredients to make your own. I'm on day two of trying out a bar shampoo. I like it so far, but will keep you updated.

    Check out the store: Tare Market, https://www.thetaremarket.com/