Cynthia Maples

I will properly recycle used contact lenses and packaging.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors. Why not try using hair conditioner instead of shaving foam for that baby smooth feel?

I will use deodorant either from a bar or a jar or I will make my own.

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

I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community.

I will visit rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.

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

I will spend 30 minutes learning how to compost pet waste at home or research pet waste composting services available in my area.

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

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

I will purchase produce items without plastic packaging.

I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

I will purchase toothpaste in an aluminum tube or in a glass jar or make my own!