Frances Smith

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

I will use a menstrual cup and/or cloth pads

When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

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 keep 3 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will use my own containers when ordering takeout.

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

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

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

I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

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

I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.