Jane Cirigliano
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participant impact
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UP TO33disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO195minutesspent learning
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UP TO107pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO63plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
Jane's actions
Family + Pets
Balloons Blow
Although a long-standing festive tradition, balloons are harmful for animals and the environment. I will spend 30 learning about the dangers of balloons and find eco-friendly alternatives to use instead.
Bathroom
Say no to plastic toothbrushes at the dentist
Educate dentists on going plastic free by turning down plastic toothbrushes and explaining the benefits of more sustainable options.
Kitchen
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 3 piece(s) of litter each day.
Study
Plastic History Buff
Single-use plastics are everywhere, but that wasn't always the case. I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about the history of single-use plastics and how it became ubiquitous in our daily lives.
Study
Numbers Everywhere
The numbers #1-7 on plastics tell us a lot - and can help us be better recyclers. I will learn what these numbers mean and which types of plastics are accepted for recycling in my area.
Study
Follow the Chasing Arrows
The chasing arrows symbol we associate with recycling doesn't always actually mean something is recyclable. I will spend at least 30 minutes learning the different meanings the symbol can have.
Study
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Study
Estimate Your Ecological Footprint
I will calculate my ecological footprint, and from the results brainstorm and take action on ways I can reduce my annual footprint.
Study
Complete a Waste Audit
I will conduct a waste audit - including recyclables and compost - to understand how much waste I create and where I can reduce the most.
Bedroom
Practice Sustainable Fashion
I will spend 30 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.
Kitchen
Use a Reusable Mug
If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.
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.
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 QUESTIONStudy Plastic History BuffHow has learning about the history of single-use plastic shifted your mindset on plastics and their function within society?
Jane Cirigliano 7/31/2023 5:58 PMOne thing that really stuck out to me was that single use plastic utensils really took off because they saved restaurants on labor and the energy required to clean silverware. With a little more effort, we can make choices that are better for the environment. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONStudy Follow the Chasing ArrowsRecycling right requires both systemic change and personal and community awareness. How can you expand what you've learned about the chasing arrows symbol to encourage broader changes in your community?
Jane Cirigliano 7/31/2023 5:54 PMI really like the model of reducing, reusing, and then recycling. I have been encouraging family and friends to find additional uses for items (plastic and otherwise) before disposing of them. -
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?
Jane Cirigliano 7/30/2023 8:44 AMI had been hearing that balloons are bad for the environment since I was a kid, but I had never taken the time to learn why. Our family does not use balloons for parties or gifts anymore. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchen Plant a GardenBesides having access to fresh herbs and vegetables, what benefits will you see from growing your own garden?
Jane Cirigliano 7/29/2023 9:23 PMWe got a small indoor herb greenhouse system so we can grow our own herbs year round. Looking forward to cooking with some fresh herbs as they grow!-
Jane Cirigliano 7/30/2023 5:32 PMWe got the Hydroponics Growing System. It has 12 pods so you can separate your herbs. Not sure if this is a great tip, but as we got started we decided to space the plants out and just use 6 pods. We’re planning to add more when we feel like pros!
They have larger systems, but this one fits perfectly on a shelf in our sunroom so we can use natural light too! -
Kris Hay 7/30/2023 4:06 PMOoh, that sounds awesome! What system did you get? Any pros/cons/tips you can share?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONStudy Buy Only What I NeedAs you have reduced your spending, what have you noticed about your 'health and safety' purchasing habits? How might this change your longer term purchasing decisions?
Jane Cirigliano 7/28/2023 10:53 AMI’ve noticed that I am buying fewer products in plastic bottles. I am reconsidering things I thought I “needed” and saving money! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONStudy Complete a Waste AuditWhat did you learn about the waste you create? Where can you reduce the most?
Jane Cirigliano 7/27/2023 6:06 PMI can reduce the most on packaging. There is way too much packaging on most of what I buy! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroom Practice Sustainable FashionHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Jane Cirigliano 7/23/2023 9:13 AMI can repurpose and repair my favorite clothes, and I can find new and lightly used options on platforms like ThredUP.-
Krystina Jarvis 7/24/2023 9:13 PMI love ThredUp!
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REFLECTION QUESTIONKitchen Skip Plastic BagsHow difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
Jane Cirigliano 7/17/2023 5:44 PMI’m good at bringing my own bags to the store. The difficult part for me is finding places that deliver groceries that also don’t use plastic bags. Delivery services save me time, but they bring my groceries in plastic bags and I can’t choose products based on their packaging - I’m always looking for the least amount of single use plastics. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Keep My Community CleanHow does the act of picking up litter connect you more to your community?
Jane Cirigliano 7/17/2023 5:40 PMI feel more pride in my community when I am helping keep it clean. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONStudy Numbers EverywhereWere you surprised by what the different plastic identification numbers mean? How can this information help you become a better recycler?
Jane Cirigliano 7/15/2023 6:52 AMOne of the most interesting things I learned is that the shape of an item matters more than the number. Weird shaped items often aren’t recyclable!