Deloitte Green Dot

This was the first time I participated in an eco-challenge.  I wish I had done more but many of the suggested activities were things I was already doing.  BTW, I have saved more than 1 plastic container from going to a landfill though you cannot tell by my dashboard.  The EcoChallenge enabled me to do additional research as well as learn what...

Another initiative: using hand dryers instead of paper towels to dry your hands 

At the end of the month, I am amazed at all the plastic that enters my life when I am least accounting for it. I'm going to continue to remain aware so I can make better choices.

Noticed I have made some family members more eco-conscious!  Noticed them skipping the straws when eating out!  It's a small step...but every little bit helps!

saw a pack of three cloth bags in Marshalls store, that can be used to bag your fruits and vegies.  It has a string to tie a know on the bag, after it is filled up.  Say No to grocery store when they as you Paper or Plastic.  Say neither, just use your own cloth bags

Hs any one tried a biodegradable straw made of of plant materials?  it is now available in many grocery stores.  It is completely compostible

Keep the sustainability momentum going! 

During the EcoChallenge I realized my goal of installing a Little free library in front of my house where people can pick up and drop off books for free.  Not plastics related but still supporting the sharing economy.  I realized I was actually more excited about starting this up and watching how the community reacts than I am about buying new...

I invited local firm participants to my house Saturday for dinner and we discussed the movies we have watched.  A number of us had watched the Minimalists and it did make us think more about what we consume.  The final lines in the movie included, "Love people. Use things. The opposite never works.”  So true. 

It was a bit hard for some challenges in the beginning but I have learned a lot and want to continue the momentum in the future!