Izzy Sigrist
"To live as close to zero waste as possible, and encourage others to do the same! "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 809 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO25conversationswith people
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UP TO2.0documentarieswatched
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UP TO95minutesspent learning
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UP TO14petitionssigned
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UP TO26plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Izzy's actions
Family
Swap the Snacks
I will swap out 1 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.
Food
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.
Personal Care
That Was a Close Shave
I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors. Why not try using hair conditioner instead of shaving foam for that baby smooth feel?
Food
Plant a Garden
I will plant an herb or vegetable garden in my home, workplace, or community garden
Lifestyle
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Community
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of a plastic-related initiative in my state/province.
Community
Host a House Party
I will host a house party with friends and/or colleagues to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on plastics.
Community
Share My Actions
I will make my environmental actions visible by posting to my social media networks.
Community
Visit A Waste Management Facility
I will visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.
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.
Personal Care
Lather Up
I will replace my soaps, shampoos, and conditions with either a bar or refillable option.
Personal Care
See the Green
I will properly recycle used contact lenses and packaging.
Community
Estimate Your Plastic Consumption and Go #PlasticNeutral
I will visit rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.
Personal Care
Pearly Whites
I will purchase toothpaste in an aluminum tube or in a glass jar or make my own!
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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Izzy Sigrist 7/31/2019 9:39 AMHappy last day of the challenge!!! -
Izzy Sigrist 7/30/2019 3:28 PMI emailed my eye doctor to ask if they're start a contact lens recycling program in conjunction with B+L. Turns out it was already on their radar! One email can make a difference in your community. Keep it up! -
Izzy Sigrist 7/29/2019 1:01 PMSad that the challenge is coming to a close, but so happy for these habits we are forming! Living plastic-free is a worthwhile challenge. -
Izzy Sigrist 7/25/2019 10:01 PMemailed trader joe's and asked them to eliminate plastic wrapping on their produce! took 3 minutes and got to check a box!!-
Rebecca Rix 7/26/2019 12:25 AMGreat idea! A friend and I were just wondering if they would recycle said packaging. I know they pay attention to petitions .... hmmm...
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Izzy Sigrist 7/18/2019 1:25 PMI used my 15% off coupon to A Drop in the Ocean shop to get shampoo, conditioner, and body wash for a plastic free shower! -
Izzy Sigrist 7/10/2019 2:00 PMmade toothpaste last night! it was NASTY. i'm gonna try again. -
Izzy Sigrist 7/09/2019 12:18 PMThis one is a little harder than the eco challenge...but still so worth it! -
Izzy Sigrist 7/02/2019 10:19 PMShout out to my mom and grandma for joining the team 🏆 -
Izzy Sigrist 7/01/2019 10:50 AMHAPPY FIRST DAY OF THE CHALLENGE! Can't wait to see all of our progress! -
Izzy Sigrist 6/27/2019 11:21 AMVery proud of William & Dan for signing up & getting points. Go BRIC!