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Laura Orsini

Columbus Zoo Staff & Volunteers

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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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Community

Sign a Petition

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

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Food

Plant a Garden

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

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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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Pets

All Natural Pet Toys

I will give my pets natural alternatives to toys like femur bones and antlers, canvas, natural rubber, hemp, rope or cotton toys. Or I will make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Pets
    In what ways is supplying your pet with all natural pet toys better for your pet, better for you, and better for the environment?

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    Laura Orsini 7/17/2019 5:51 AM
    So many dog foods and toys are loaded with unhealthy chemicals and unhealthy ingredients. I like to know that the items were either locally produced and safe for my dogs, my family and the environment.

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    Laura Orsini 7/17/2019 5:49 AM
    Calvin was a little unsure about his pig's ear but eventually chewed it. Found these at a farm market NOT wrapped in plastic!

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    Laura Orsini 7/16/2019 5:59 AM
    I've had tons of plastic-free advertisements come up on my personal facebook page recently, so I must be doing something right. Here are a few products that caught my eye that I thought I would share (I haven't personally used any of these products yet, so reply with your experiences):

    Silicone Stretch Lids- to eliminate single use plastic wrap or stretch and seal wrap; they last forever and are dishwasher safe. 
    https://www.simplygoodstuff.com/silicone_stretch-lids.html?gclid=CjwKCAjw67XpBRBqEiwA5RCocdVgS5ciCmiSdkYPMtto2q6fnriQNq4BT-5bbANRNab8LeMzZlzt_RoCEmYQAvD_BwE

    Zero Waste Cartel- they have a variety of plastic-free items including cotton swabs, band-aids and sunscreen that's reef friendly!
    15% of purchase if you use the promo code PLASTICFREEJULY
    https://zerowastecartel.com/

    Who Gives a Crap-plastic free toilet paper! As seen at the Teen Eco Summit : P
    We're determined to prove that toilet paper is about more than just wiping bums. We make all of our products with environmentally friendly materials, and we donate 50% of our profits to help build toilets for those in need. To date we've donated over $1.8m Aussie dollars (that’s the equivalent of over $1,300,000!) to charity and saved a heck of a lot of trees, water and energy. Not bad for a toilet paper company, eh?
    https://us.whogivesacrap.org/collections/all

    • joy kotheimer's avatar
      joy kotheimer 7/16/2019 7:53 PM
      I love Who Gives a Crap! Thanks for the other links too- great resources 😊

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    Laura Orsini 7/10/2019 12:09 PM
    Wanted to share info about this company, Pela, that makes plant-based, biodegradable, but highly protective phone cases. They also make sunglasses from the same material. Here is a link to a coupon ($10 off a case) for all my plastic-free friends! http://pelacase.refr.cc/lauraorsini



    • Tammy Presutti's avatar
      Tammy Presutti 7/11/2019 9:23 AM
      It looks like I am going to be doing a bit of shopping, thank you!  


    • joy kotheimer's avatar
      joy kotheimer 7/10/2019 8:24 PM
      I just got a penguin phone  case from them! They do sunglasses too?! Yessssss

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    Laura Orsini 7/04/2019 6:53 AM
    Just ordered a few shampoo bar samples and hair conditioning oil from Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve company. I'm excited to support an Ohio business and to transition to plastic free hair products. 

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      joy kotheimer 7/04/2019 6:52 PM
      Love them!!! I started using their soaps and deodorants in jars on a recommendation from coworkers too.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Community
    What is a plastic-related issue in your state/province?

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    Laura Orsini 7/04/2019 5:44 AM
    Today I signed a petition to encourage Target to ban plastic bags.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food
    Besides having access to fresh herbs and vegetables, what benefits will you see from growing your own garden?

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    Laura Orsini 7/01/2019 7:43 AM
    Being successful at growing an herb garden gives me confidence to try vegetables!