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Hayley Benson

Maryland Zoo

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    plastic containers
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Hayley 's actions

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DIY Snacks

Instead of purchasing single use snacks for work (such as Belvita), I will make my own to avoid the plastic packaging.

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Start Composting

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

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Personal Care

Fresh as a Daisy

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

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Pearly Whites

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

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Lifestyle

Complete a Waste Audit

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

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Lifestyle

Natural Fibers

When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

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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?

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Personal Care

Lather Up

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

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Food

Takeout Pro

I will use my own containers when ordering takeout.

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Community

Join a Cleanup Effort

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

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Share My Actions

I will make my environmental actions visible by posting to my social media networks.

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  • Hayley  Benson's avatar
    Hayley Benson 7/24/2019 7:19 AM
    Great news! The main medical supplier for the Zoo hospital has switched from using bubble wrap to paper packaging. Definitely a win for reducing our plastic footprint :)

    • Sinclair Boggs's avatar
      Sinclair Boggs 7/25/2019 6:05 AM
      Great news! Small changes like that for a big company can make a huge difference over time.

  • Hayley  Benson's avatar
    Hayley Benson 7/22/2019 11:12 AM
    Has anyone been able to find toothpaste in sustainable packaging WITH fluoride? I have been searching everywhere, and the only products I have found with recyclable/reusable packaging is fluoride free!