Coalition of North American Zoos and Aquariums

Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2019

July 1 - July 31, 2019

Kathryn Hotem

National Aquarium

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Kathryn's actions

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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Food

Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.

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Food

Use Reusable Water Bottles

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Personal Care

What have you noticed about the economic and social impact of switching to steel razors? Was there ever really a need for disposable razors, or do you think it was just a way to sell more things?
Kathryn Hotem 6/15/2019 6:19 AM
The economic aspect of this I’d definitely cheaper for the razor I had gotten since I used the dollar shave club, and to buy new disposable razors is now a hassle since it’s just a ploy to get you to buy more razors and products from a company! Don’t fall for it!!

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