Catherine Roberts
7/15/2019 3:56 PM
not much change as I already compost so not a lot of messy trash
July 1 - July 31, 2019
Catherine Roberts
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 896 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO5.0minutesspent learning
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UP TO5.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO125disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO64plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Catherine's actions
Lifestyle
Naked Bins
I will either line my trash cans with repurposed newspaper or paper bags, or I will not line my trash cans at all.
Community
Estimate Your Plastic Consumption and Go #PlasticNeutral
I will visit rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.
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!
Lifestyle
Travel Eating
If traveling, I will bring my own airplane snacks and eat at local restaurants to avoid take-out containers.
Lifestyle
Homemade Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products at home.
Food
Use a Reusable Mug / Collapsible Cup
I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.
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.
Personal Care
Just Say No
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community.
Food
Buy Unpackaged Produce
I will purchase produce items without plastic packaging.
Personal Care
Fresh as a Daisy
I will use deodorant either from a bar or a jar or I will make my own.
Family
Swap the Snacks
I will swap out 2 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.
Lifestyle
Natural Fibers
When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLifestyle Naked BinsDoes changing the lining of your waste bin change the kind or amount of trash you produce?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Estimate Your Plastic Consumption and Go #PlasticNeutralWhat did you find out about your plastic consumption by using the calculator? What did or didn't surprise you?
Catherine Roberts 7/14/2019 2:44 PMI was pleases that I used less than the average American. I didn't do as well as Europeans though. Still spme work to do in the purchasing dept. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLifestyle Homemade CleanersWhat did you learn by making your own cleaning products? What is the biggest difference in making vs buying?
Catherine Roberts 7/14/2019 2:27 PMWe used a vinegar solution to get tables just as clean pulling beer at harbor park. It was way cheaper and avoided single use wipes.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Buy Unpackaged ProduceWhy do you think these produce products started amassing so much plastic packaging? Who is the plastic packaging really serving -- the consumer, the producer, or someone else?
Catherine Roberts 7/05/2019 3:21 PMI think originally packaging appealed to people as a way to keep the products germ free and in some cases to make portioning easier. There are other ways to accomplish this without all of the extra plastic however. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Volunteer in my CommunityHow does volunteering enhance your community and/or change your relationship with it?
Catherine Roberts 7/04/2019 3:51 PMI spent the day volunteering at the Norfolk Animal Shelter: cleaned, walked dogs and helped the staff to be able to leave at 4:00 instead of 5:00 to start their 4th early. It is also very rewarding on days when I get to help with adoption counseling.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLifestyle Natural FibersWhat are the benefits (to people, animals, and the environment) of purchasing clothes made with natural fibers?
Catherine Roberts 7/03/2019 8:25 PMNatural fiber use reduces some of the processing necessary for synthetics. They also break down more quickly than synthetics when finally discarded as rags. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily Swap the SnacksHow does swapping out prepackaged snacks for fresh fruit or veggies benefit your family?
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Catherine Roberts 7/02/2019 5:18 PMToday I used newspaper funnies to wrap a baby shower gift instead of giftwrap. Hope the recipient sees the charm. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLifestyle Travel EatingWas this action easy or difficult to do? How did it change your travel experience?
Catherine Roberts 7/02/2019 5:16 PMRemembering to take containers into the establishment is the hardest part-
Catherine Roberts 7/03/2019 7:35 AMDustie I need your neighbor -
Dustie Bourgeois 7/03/2019 7:14 AMAgreed. My neighbor always remembers.. and brings extras, for those of us who forget!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Use a Reusable Mug / Collapsible CupGreat job on getting rid of your disposable cup habit! How does it make you feel? What's next on your list to reduce your waste?
Catherine Roberts 7/02/2019 10:59 AMFeels good not to contribute to the problem...on to reusable utensils and dishes