Nell Matthews

Arkansas Nature Lovers

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Use Reusable Utensils

I will keep 1 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

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Skip the Straw

I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

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Takeout Pro

I will use my own containers when ordering takeout.

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Cook a Zero-Plastic Waste Meal

I will prepare 1 meal(s) at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

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Advocate For More Food Packaging Options

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

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Nell Matthews 7/04/2019 6:45 AM

As a vegetarian for several years, I look for ways to reduce my carbon footprint by eating responsibly. I try not to waste food by planning menus carefully, buying only what I need and eating healthily. But, I also subscribe to the service HelloFresh. Each week, I get a cardboard box, two or three ice packs, paper bags of meals to prepare with their contents delivered in small plastic packages and boxes. While my food waste is reduced significantly at my house, I wonder if the same is true for the waste at the processing plant.

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Nell Matthews 7/04/2019 6:40 AM

Just started. I'm looking for new and additional ways to reduce my plastic use.

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