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Patricia Procopi

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Start Composting

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

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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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Minimize Packaging

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

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Takeout Pro

I will use my own containers when ordering takeout.

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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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Use Reusable Utensils

I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

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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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Personal Care

Brusha Brusha Brusha

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

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Lather Up

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

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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal Care Brusha Brusha Brusha
    What are the benefits of switching to bamboo toothbrushes? How would you implore others in your community to make this switch as well?

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    Patricia Procopi 7/31/2019 11:40 AM
    I am planning on ordering bamboo toothbrushes and toothpaste tabs instead of tube toothpaste.  The benefits are less things in the trash!

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    Patricia Procopi 7/31/2019 11:39 AM
    This is the last day of the challenge.  I confess that I did not achieve a total plastic free lifestyle but being part of this made me more aware (and ashamed) every time I used plastic.  If we can all be more aware and try not to use plastic it will make the world a better place!

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    Patricia Procopi 7/27/2019 4:38 AM
    I hope that people are becoming more aware of the need to reduce/eliminate plastic use. 

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    Patricia Procopi 7/17/2019 3:42 PM
    I am trying to reduce the amount of plastic that is burying our world. If everyone does something it will add up! 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Cook a Zero-Plastic Waste Meal
    Do an inventory of your kitchen to see how many single-use plastics you've used in the past. What are some resuable alternatives to these commonly used products? What would your impact be if you switched all the single-use products from your inventory to reusable?

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    Patricia Procopi 7/07/2019 4:50 PM
    Use fewer ziplock bags and more Tupperware. Also reuse ziplock bags.