Stephanie Parham

participant impact

I will visit rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.

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I will pick up 3 piece(s) of litter each day.

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I will properly recycle used contact lenses and packaging.

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DAILY ACTIONS

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

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

I will prepare 2 meal(s) at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

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

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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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Stephanie Parham 7/24/2019 8:50 AM
I've always wanted to try shaving with a straight razor. After a lot of research, this challenge motivated me to order one last night!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

With the added mindfulness of reducing your packaging, what have you noticed about the amount and type of single use plastics used for packaging when you shop in the grocery store?
Stephanie Parham 7/08/2019 3:52 PM
I was at road trip rest stop thinking about getting a snack, and every single thing to eat or drink was in plastic packaging. No oranges or bananas, no sodas in aluminum cans. Realizing this turned my stomach. I decided not to buy anything, I had enough snacks from home in the car to last the rest of the trip.

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