

Carmel Nicholls
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 521 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO48plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO56plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO15minutesspent learning
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UP TO12disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO41plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Carmel's actions
Food
Skip the Straw
I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Family
Provide the Alternatives
I will provide daily plastic free alternatives (straws, water bottles, cuttlery, bar soap, bamboo toothbrushes, etc.) for my family to use.
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?
Food
Plant a Garden
I will plant an herb or vegetable garden in my home, workplace, or community garden
Food
Use a Reusable Mug / Collapsible Cup
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.
Family
Discover Together
I will spend 15 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.
Lifestyle
Homemade Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products at home.
Food
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
Food
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodBesides having access to fresh herbs and vegetables, what benefits will you see from growing your own garden?
Carmel Nicholls 7/06/2019 10:31 AMAn increase in beneficial insects in my yard, higher nutritional profile than store bought produce -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLifestyleWhat did you learn by making your own cleaning products? What is the biggest difference in making vs buying?
Carmel Nicholls 7/06/2019 10:27 AMIt is way better for our environment and for the budget to make your own laundry soap - and its so easy! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal CareWhat 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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHave you noticed a shift in your community as more messaging about reusable straws becomes mainstream? Cite some examples.
Carmel Nicholls 7/06/2019 9:58 AMI am noticing a lot of locations in Calgary have stopped using plastic straws which is fantastic!