Avery Gould

I will watch a documentary film about waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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

I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.

I will spend 30 minutes learning how to compost pet waste at home or research pet waste composting services available in my area.

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

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

I will use reusable dishes and silverware when eating at work.

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

I will purchase produce items without plastic packaging.

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

I will purchase refillable beauty products.

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