

Omprakash P
"Have a happy and healthy environment"
Points Total
- 0 Today
- 0 This Week
- 1,874 Total
Participant Impact
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up to106zero-waste mealsconsumed
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up to109disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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up to122plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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up to142plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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up to113pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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up to98plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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up to1.0waste auditsconducted
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up to2.0advocacy actionscompleted
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up to8.0conversationswith people
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up to1.0documentarieswatched
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up to749minutesspent learning
Omprakash's Actions
Food
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).
Food
Cook a Zero-Plastic Waste Meal
I will prepare 1 meal(s) at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Food
Say No to Plastic Bags
If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.
Food
Use Reusable Water Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Lifestyle
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Lifestyle
Travel Smart
If traveling, I will bring my own plastic free items (water bottle, grocery bags, collapsible food containers, utensils, straws, etc.) with me.
Lifestyle
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.
Pets
Try a Pet Shampoo Bar
I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar.
Pets
Thrifty Pets
I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.
Pets
All Natural Pet Toys
I will give my pets natural alternatives to toys like femur bones and antlers, canvas, natural rubber, hemp, rope or cotton toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!
Pets
DIY Cat Litter
I will swap out my cat's litter for sawdust, mulch, or dirt with baking soda.
Pets
Invest in a Pooper-Scooper
I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.
Family
Get Rid of Glitter
I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.
Family
Natural Paints
I will paint rooms in my home with low/no VOC or natural paints.
Family
Make the Change to Cloth Diapers
I will replace single use diapers with reusable cloth diapers.
Family
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
Glass Bottle Baby
I will replace 2 plastic bottles with glass or stainless steel alternatives.
Family
Learn about Environmental Injustice
Using the action resource links below, my family will spend 2 minutes learning about environmental justice, causes of environmental injustice, and how plastic waste disproportionately impacts already vulnerable communities.
Family
Discover Together
I will spend 2 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.
Food
Ask My Favorite Restaurant to Reduce Plastic Use
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.
Food
Lobby for Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Food
Use a Reusable Mug / Collapsible Cup
If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.
Food
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Food
Buy Unpackaged Produce
I will purchase produce items without plastic packaging, making sure to wash them well before using them.
Food
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Food
Plant a Garden
I will plant a herb or vegetable garden in my home, workplace, dorm room, or community garden using as little plastic as possible.
Food
Make My Own
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.
Food
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.
Food
Use Reusable Utensils
I will keep 1 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.
Food
Skip the Straw
I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Feed
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Omprakash P 7/31/2021 7:39 AMHappiness is an inside job, its a state of mind and its priceless. -
Omprakash P 7/29/2021 11:43 AMEveryday is a chance to begin again -
Omprakash P 7/29/2021 11:43 AMEveryday is a chance to begin again -
Reflection QuestionPets Invest in a Pooper-ScooperHow are caring for your pet and caring for the environment connected for you?
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Reflection QuestionPets Thrifty PetsHow does buying used differ from buying new? How does each purchasing decision make you feel?
Omprakash P 7/28/2021 8:00 PMBuying used always have a secondary feeling... Whereas the new buy always create a pleasure -
Reflection QuestionLifestyle Travel SmartHow can/did you prepare to be successful in this action? Did you engage in conversation with anyone about your new habit?
Omprakash P 7/28/2021 12:06 PMYes we did engage with the friends as well as known people who can helps in saving the environment by avoiding plastics -
Reflection QuestionLifestyle Complete a Waste AuditWhat did you learn about the waste you create? Where can you reduce the most?
Omprakash P 7/28/2021 12:06 PMWaste always create some problem so only we call them waste, reduction is done drastically on usage of plastic bags -
Reflection QuestionFood Lobby for 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?
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Fatima M. 7/28/2021 12:12 PMIt saves them money
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Reflection QuestionFood Ask My Favorite Restaurant to Reduce Plastic UseWhat was your strategy in talking with your favorite restaurant's management? Did you find it to be effective?
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Reflection QuestionFood Ask My Favorite Restaurant to Reduce Plastic UseWhat was your strategy in talking with your favorite restaurant's management? Did you find it to be effective?