Ashley Sutherland

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

I will replace single use diapers for reusable cloth diapers.

I will provide daily plastic free alternatives (straws, water bottles, cuttlery, bar soap, bamboo toothbrushes, etc.) for my family to use.

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

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

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

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 avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will swap out 2 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

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

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

I will spend 10 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

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