Maddie Rishel

I will visit the rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.

I will swap out 3 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

I will keep 3 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will use reusable dishes and silverware when eating at work.

I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.

I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

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

If traveling, I will bring my own plastic free items (water bottle, grocery bags, collapsible food containers, utensils, straws, etc.) with me.

I will make my environmental actions visible by posting to my social media networks.

I will sign a petition in support of a plastic reduction-related initiative in my state/province.

If possible, I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.

I will purchase produce items without plastic packaging, making sure to wash them well before using them.

I will purchase beauty products that are packaged in sustainable packaging.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

Throughout its life cycle, polystyrene (styrofoam) can harm people, communities, and the planet. I will refuse styrofoam whenever I can, making sure to kindly let people know why I'm asking for alternative packaging.

I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community that follows the CDC’s current guidelines for prevention of disease transfer.