Melanie Smith

I will use my own containers when ordering takeout.

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 spend 30 minutes learning how to compost pet waste at home or research pet waste composting services available in my area.

I will purchase produce items without plastic packaging.

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

I will use deodorant either from a bar or a jar or I will make my own.

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

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

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

I will pick up 10 piece(s) of litter each day.