Gina Dullanty
"Here to inspire others while continuing to learn and improve my own habits and those of my family."
POINTS TOTAL
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- 2,025 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO34conversationswith people
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UP TO108disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO1,440minutesspent learning
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UP TO114pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO30pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO5.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO170plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO86plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
Gina's actions
Kitchen
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Community
Host a Watch Party
I will host a watch party with friends and/or colleagues to watch and discuss a movie about plastics.
Kitchen
Plastic Free Lunch Boxes
I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and containers in my family's lunches to reduce plastic waste.
Bedroom
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
Kitchen
Use a Reusable Mug
If possible, I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.
Bathroom
Green Beauty
When it's time to buy more, I will replace my beauty products with refillable, sustainable, and/or DIY options.
Community
Become a Recycling Pro
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 20 minutes researching which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community and recycle only those items.
Bathroom
See the Green
I will recycle used contact lenses and packaging.
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 Office Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Community
Advocate For Better Food Packaging
I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.
Community
Give Some Green Gratitude
I will give a shout-out on social media to a local company, coworker, friend or family member for their plastic free or green efforts.
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 3 piece(s) of litter each day.
Community
Research Local Waste Sites
I will spend 60 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
Tour A Waste Management Facility
I will spend at least 90 minute(s) touring (virtually or in person) a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about our local waste and waste recovery streams.
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 60 learning about the dangers of balloons and find eco-friendly alternatives to use instead.
Family + Pets
Thrifty Pets
I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.
Family + Pets
Discover Together
I will spend 90 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.
Family + Pets
Thoughtful Toys
I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!
Family + Pets
Invest in a Pooper-Scooper
I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.
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 90 minutes learning the different meanings the symbol can have.
Study
Learn about Plastic Production
Plastic production, not just disposal, pollutes communities and harms people. I will learn about the impacts of plastic production on humans, animals, communities, and the environment.
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 90 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.
Bathroom
Homemade or Refillable Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.
Bathroom
Travel Toiletries
If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.
Kitchen
Go Strawless
I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.
Kitchen
Glass Bottle Baby
I will replace 3 plastic bottles with glass or stainless steel alternatives.
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 QUESTIONKitchen Glass Bottle BabyHow can you take your commitment to sustainable living beyond yourself and your family? How can you, personally, work toward broader change?
Gina Dullanty 7/31/2023 9:39 PMI’ve started with my peers and partners at work. Every small step towards change is a change. So myself, my family and now my work family and friends. Influencing change and creating a space where they are encouraged to change. -
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?
Gina Dullanty 7/31/2023 9:38 PMI would share the reasons why. People don’t know what they don’t know and activities and challenges like the plastic free July gives us the opportunity to learn and then share. We must share our knowledge to make the change. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Give Some Green GratitudeIn what ways is social media an effective tool for sharing your values?
Gina Dullanty 7/31/2023 9:36 PMSocial media is HUGE and it’s a great avenue to reach others and influence and share with the masses. Thru social media you can influence others, even people you may not know. -
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?
Gina Dullanty 7/31/2023 9:35 PMHonestly the first way to express your personality and creativity with fashion is to reuse and repurpose clothing. We waste so much. So let’s start there… -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroom Ditch Dryer SheetsOften, single-use and disposable products don't just create more trash - they also contain toxins that are bad for humans. What are some other single-use items that are harmful to humans?
Gina Dullanty 7/29/2023 7:36 PMThere are so many other single use items that are also in fact harmful to humans... gum for instance, plastics, feminine products... it's eye opening what truly is good for us and our enviornment. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroom Green BeautyHow can you advocate for the importance of reducing packaging to the rest of your friends, family and larger community?
Gina Dullanty 7/29/2023 7:33 PMThe easiest way to advocate for anything let alone the importance of packaging to family, friends and the larger community is share. Share the message, share the why and share other alternatives. People may just not know and if you open up and share they can learn and share with their friends and family. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroom Homemade or Refillable CleanersWhat did you learn by making your own cleaning products? What is the biggest difference in making vs buying?
Gina Dullanty 7/28/2023 9:16 PMSomething I learned when making my own cleaning products was that not only was it simple and easy but it was cheap too! From waste (orange peel) and water and vinegar you can make disinfecting spray- how cool is that?-
Mary Hanks 7/28/2023 9:28 PMLess than 1o minutes ago I was cleaning my bathroom with baking soda and vinegar. It's wonderful not to have to endure those awful chemical smells from commercial cleanino products.
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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?
Gina Dullanty 7/28/2023 9:13 PMLike all things learned we must share with others to not only learn ourselves in another way but impart what we've learned and encourage others to not only change but do the same. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroom Travel ToiletriesWhat is the benefit of using bar soaps or refilling your travel sized containers? Is this an action you think you will keep in your life?
Gina Dullanty 7/23/2023 9:55 PMYes! We have been using bar soaps at home as well as when we travel. Eliminates mess and waste! We love Bronners. It’s natural and good for all the things. No added dyes or waste. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroom Natural FibersWhat are the benefits (to people, animals, and the environment) of purchasing clothes made with natural fibers?
Gina Dullanty 7/22/2023 3:56 AMLess harm to the environment in the production process, in the distribution process and even in the cleaning and maintaining process… it’s a continuous effect and it’s more than just clothing.