Debra Lee Norton Wear

I will continue to work with my grocery store where I am employed so we cAn continue sustainable efforts and reduce our carbon footprint

I am Angry that plastic manufacturers can put the chasing arrows recycling symbol on basically anything with zero repercussions? I want to Let my representatives know that i want to see strict regulations around the use of the recycling symbol.

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.

I will start downsizing clothes book and other items that collect clutter and donate them to others to help reduce my carbon footprint

I will use laundry detergent that is packaged in glass or aluminum, or an alternative like soap nuts.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.

I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.

I will donate 10 zero waste period kits to young people with periods so that they can reduce their waste and the financial burden of menstruation while continuing their education.

I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community.

I will bring reusable containers to restaurants for leftovers instead or using styrofoam containers

I will keep 9 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will calculate my ecological footprint, and from the results brainstorm and take action on ways I can reduce my annual footprint.

I will conduct a waste audit - including recyclables and compost - to understand how much waste I create and where I can reduce the most.

If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.

I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.

I will use a microfiber catcher in my laundry, or install a microfiber filter for my washing machine.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

I will switch to a plastic-free deodorant — whether purchased or DIY'd.

I will try new recipe(s) or food preparation method(s) each day, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

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.

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.

I will spend at least 30 minutes researching the impacts of bioplastics and how to properly dispose of them in my city, and I will share this information with 10 friends, family, and/or colleagues.

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.

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.

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

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.

When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.