Terry Billie

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

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 my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes from the thrift store.

I will spend 20 minutes learning how to compost pet waste at home or research pet waste composting services available in my area.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

I will purchase meats and cheeses from the deli counter or a butcher shop, and use my own containers to do so.

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

I will plant an herb or vegetable garden in my home, workplace, or community garden

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

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

I will use my own containers when ordering takeout.

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

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

I will sign a petition in support of a plastic-related initiative in my state/province.

I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community.

I am reducing my use of single use plastic and metal but when i do use it, I will make sure to recycle it, rather than it going into the trash or landfill. This includes film, plastic snack baggies, plastic containers, etc