Matthew Bronson
"Every little thing makes a difference. "
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participant impact
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO6.0conversationswith people
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
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UP TO77pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO184plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO26plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Matthew's actions
Community
Advocate for Office Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Community
Advocate for Plastic-Free Dining
I will talk to the owner or manager of a restaurant I frequent to request that they reduce their use of single-use and disposable plastics.
Community
Advocate For Better Food Packaging
I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.
Community
Host a Watch Party
I will host a watch party with friends and/or colleagues to watch and discuss a movie about plastics.
Community
Learn about Environmental Justice
Using the action resource links below, my family will spend 15 minutes learning about environmental justice, causes of environmental injustice, and how plastic waste disproportionately impacts already vulnerable communities.
Community
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 4 piece(s) of litter each day.
Community
Research Local Waste Sites
I will spend 15 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.
Community
Become a Recycling Pro
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 15 minutes researching which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community and recycle only those items.
Family + Pets
Get Rid of Glitter
I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.
Family + Pets
Balloons Blow
Although a long-standing festive tradition, balloons are harmful for animals and the environment. I will spend 15 learning about the dangers of balloons and find eco-friendly alternatives to use instead.
Family + Pets
Discover Together
I will spend 15 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.
Bedroom
Practice Sustainable Fashion
I will spend 15 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.
Bedroom
Natural Fibers
When available, I will purchase clothing and bedding made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.
Bedroom
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
Bathroom
Homemade or Refillable Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.
Bathroom
Sustainable Suds
I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable options.
Kitchen
I will use glass food containers rather than plastic
Using glass containers eliminates the risk of chemicals leaching into food.
Kitchen
Travel Eating
If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.
Kitchen
Fill a Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Kitchen
Choose Reusable Food Storage
I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).
Kitchen
Plant a Garden
I will plant an herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.
Kitchen
Clean Plate Club
When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.
Kitchen
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
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 QUESTIONCommunity Advocate for Office ReusablesWhat are some of the cases you could make to an employer for why switching to durable dishes and utensils is actually in their best interest as well?
Matthew Bronson 7/30/2023 9:58 PMReusable utensils are preferred to use and have long-term cost savings. -
Matthew Bronson 7/30/2023 9:57 PMWhat a great year for team Maryland Zoo! -
Matthew Bronson 7/29/2023 6:42 AMAlmost done with July, but looking forward to improving my plastic consumption year round. -
Matthew Bronson 7/25/2023 5:43 PMShopped at the farmers market this weekend and forgot bags, bit declined a plastic bag at every shop. Got a few odd looks, especially when by the end when I had an arm full. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets Get Rid of GlitterHow can you and your little one exercise your creativity without creating more plastic waste?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets Discover TogetherWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
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Matthew Bronson 7/21/2023 9:25 PMFind yourself a good stainless steel insulated water bottle. It was a game changer for me for ending use of plastic water bottles.-
Kaitlyn Ulrich 7/22/2023 8:11 AMI agree! I haven't used or bought plastic water bottles in ages. I feel bad every time a vendor hands me one.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Advocate For Better Food PackagingSingle use plastics have become normalized in our society to the point that most people don't see them as a problem. What would you say to a friend, colleague, or family member who may not understand why these disposables are an issue?
Matthew Bronson 7/21/2023 9:19 PMIf you think about how much trash is generated by each person it is staggering. Just think of each person threw away one item how much that adds up. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets Balloons BlowHad you ever considered the environmental impact of balloons before? How can you share this information with your friends and family to encourage them to avoid balloons, too?
Matthew Bronson 7/19/2023 9:30 AMI've always thought about the environmental impact of balloon releases, but now I'm starting to think of the waste of balloons in general. -
Matthew Bronson 7/16/2023 5:33 PMIt's great that airports have water bottle filters.