Peggy Sullivan
7/29/2021 6:46 PM
I used to feel that I had to “stock up” on personal items - shampoo, rinse, etc. - but now I’m using up what I have and saving money. CVS is going to hate me!
Peggy Sullivan
"For Plastic Free July and the future, avoid all plastic where possible and recycle what I can. "
Points Total
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Participant Impact
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up to11advocacy actionscompleted
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up to11conversationswith people
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up to5minutesspent learning
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up to77pieces of litterpicked up
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up to2petitionssigned
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up to12plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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up to135pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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up to1waste auditsconducted
Peggy's Actions
Community
Say No to Styrofoam
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.
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.
Lifestyle
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Community
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of a plastic reduction-related initiative in my state/province.
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 2 piece(s) of litter each day.
Food
Use Reusable Utensils
I will keep 1 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.
Pets
Rubber Glove Pet Hair Removal
I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.
Lifestyle
Homemade Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products at home.
Community
Estimate My Plastic Consumption and Go #PlasticNeutral
I will visit the rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.
Lifestyle
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
Personal Care
See the Green
I will properly recycle used contact lenses and packaging.
Food
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
Feed
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Peggy Sullivan 7/30/2021 1:15 PMI took my clean used cupcake container to Flavor Cupcakery where I purchased cupcakes as a fundraiser for BARCS! They used it, too. I explained about plastic-free July. -
Reflection QuestionLifestyle 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?
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Peggy Sullivan 7/29/2021 6:44 PMBeing more aware of my purchases is helping me cut back on plastic use and looking for alternative items. -
Reflection QuestionLifestyle Complete a Waste AuditWhat did you learn about the waste you create? Where can you reduce the most?
Peggy Sullivan 7/29/2021 6:41 PMI have so little food waste that I need to take it to my local Mom’s Organic store. -
Peggy Sullivan 7/28/2021 8:53 AMWhen planning for new purchases at the grocery and pet store, I take my reusable bags, including mesh bags for loose fruit and veggies. -
Peggy Sullivan 7/27/2021 4:41 PMToday’s trash pickup was at the zoo! People putting on wristbands couldn’t all seem to find any of our trash cans! -
Peggy Sullivan 7/25/2021 9:35 AMIt’s a hot one outside today, so we are eating leftovers from our reusable containers and keeping the house cool with fans and microwave use. -
Peggy Sullivan 7/24/2021 8:09 AMContinuing to compost my teabags and orange peels. We don’t waste much in this house! -
Peggy Sullivan 7/24/2021 8:05 AMBe careful when ordering take-out. Some restaurants still use only plastic while others use cardboard. -
Peggy Sullivan 7/22/2021 2:37 AMI had my windows replaced today. I hope to get some energy savings and also hope the old windows can be recycled.