Bernie Overbeck

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

I will use a menstrual cup and/or cloth pads

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

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

I will purchase dry goods from the bulk section of my grocery store, and use my own containers to do so.

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

If traveling, I will bring my own airplane snacks and eat at local restaurants to avoid take-out containers.

If traveling, I will bring my own plastic free items (water bottle, grocery bags, collapsible food containers, utensils, straws, etc.) with me.

I will purchase beauty products that are packaged in sustainable packaging.

I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.

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

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