Heidi NIELSEN
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 331 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO18disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
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UP TO10plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO10zero-waste mealsconsumed
Heidi's actions
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).
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.
Food
Use a Reusable Mug / Collapsible Cup
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.
Food
Lobby for Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Lifestyle
Homemade Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products at home.
Food
Plant a Garden
I will plant an herb or vegetable garden in my home, workplace, or community garden
Family
Thoughtful Toys
I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!
Food
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.
Food
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Lifestyle
Travel Eating
If traveling, I will bring my own airplane snacks and eat at local restaurants to avoid take-out containers.
Lifestyle
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Personal Care
Brusha Brusha Brusha
I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.
Lifestyle
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
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