Alina Pak

"My goal is to be more cognizant of my actions whether it is eating using reusable silverware, using eco-friendly packaging like wax paper and foil and glass containers and hoping to eventually expand to other areas in my life such as toiletries and personal items. "

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Alina's actions

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Use Reusable Bags

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

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Use Reusable Utensils

I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

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Skip the Straw

I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

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Use Reusable Containers

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

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Use Reusables at Work

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

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Lifestyle

Travel Smart

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

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

Have you noticed a shift in your community as more messaging about reusable straws becomes mainstream? Cite some examples.
Alina Pak 7/08/2019 11:25 PM
I don't usually buy drinks that come with a straw so this has been low on my priority to buy a reusable straw.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

How can you think outside the box (or bag!) when it comes to disposables?
Alina Pak 7/08/2019 11:24 PM
I stopped buying plastic ziploc bags and instead switched over to the wax paper bags when I need a bag for a snack or a sandwich. Otherwise, I use foil. I also invested in a set of glassware containers of different sizes. Although it is heavier than plastic containers and take out boxes, it allows me to control my portion sizes and easier to clean without having staining.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

How difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
Alina Pak 7/08/2019 11:20 PM
This week I actually remembered my reusable bags when going grocery shopping. I try to remember to keep the reusable bags in my car in case I need to do some shopping on the go.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

It is often true that we only have control over our own actions and not the collective community. How can you lead by example when it comes to switching disposables for reusable dishes in your community?
Alina Pak 7/08/2019 11:19 PM
I started using reusable silverware from home because a co-worker of mine was using his silverware from home. This encouraged me and it was easy knowing I wasn't the only one. I keep a set of silverware at work in a breakroom drawer.

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