Jianna Wankel

I will plant a herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.

I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.

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

Because many tea bags and most sleeves and sachets contain plastic, I will switch to using loose leaf tea.

When it's time to buy more, I will replace my beauty products with refillable, sustainable, and/or DIY options.

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

I will pick up 10 piece(s) of litter each day.

I will make the switch to sustainable, reusable period products.

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

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

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

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

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

When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

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

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

I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with a sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable option.