Modal Title

Modal Description

Donate to Ecochallenge.org

Support the cause, earn some points.

(5 points per dollar donated, up to 500 points)

Ecochallenge.org is a 501c3 nonprofit.
EIN: 93-1075047

Welcome to Plastic Free Ecochallenge!

Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Plastic Free Ecochallenge expert in no time!

Coalition of North American Zoos and Aquariums
Plastic Free Ecochallenge
July 1 - July 31, 2020
July 1 - July 31, 2020

Zoo New England

Zoo New England

Zoo New England's mission is to inspire people to protect and sustain the natural world for future generations by creating fun and engaging experiences that integrate wildlife and conservation programs, research, and education.

Points Total

  • 0 Today
  • 0 This Week
  • 50,952 Total

Team Impact

  • up to
    183
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • up to
    8
    community events
    hosted or attended
  • up to
    55
    petitions
    signed
  • up to
    1,631
    plastic containers
    not sent to the landfill
  • up to
    98
    conversations
    with people
  • up to
    920
    plastic straws
    not sent to the landfill
  • up to
    2,242
    pieces of plastic cutlery
    not sent to the landfill
  • up to
    32
    public officials or leaders
    contacted
  • up to
    1,471
    pieces of litter
    picked up
  • up to
    22
    documentaries
    watched
  • up to
    259
    zero-waste meals
    consumed
  • up to
    2
    donations
    made
  • up to
    8
    waste audits
    conducted
  • up to
    955
    plastic bottles
    not sent to the landfill
  • up to
    3,617
    minutes
    spent learning

Team Feed

Recent updates from this team
  • July 31 at 9:35 PM
    Crushed plastic into oblivion this month!
    Andrew Sell
  • July 31 at 8:11 PM
    2CB79447-68AF-4160-B8C2-EFCF9D71DAA8.jpeg 182.44 KB
    Caitlin McCartan
  • July 31 at 7:05 PM
    Currently watching A Plastic Ocean (thanks for the recommendation) already so impactful. This is crazy sad
    Kelly Linehan
  • July 31 at 6:50 PM
    I've really been trying to get creative and assess what is essential.  I like saving money wherever possible. Once I cut down on the easier stuff,  I started refining my "essentials." Ultimately,  I feel the quality of the item (including its eco impact) is important than certain reductions. 
    Nicole Hellmuth
  • July 31 at 6:02 PM
    Better late than never.  I just ordered a shampoo bar, a conditioner bar, refillable dental floss, and a washable "swiffer" duster.  Excited about the duster and hopeful that my hair will like the shampoo and conditioner.  Least sure about the floss.  If anyone knows of a company that sell refillable dental floss that isn't minty,...
    Britni Steingard
  • July 31 at 5:23 PM
    This event has made me so echo aware.   I find my trash to pick up and I'm psyched!
    Julie Linehan

164 Team Members

List all
Recently active team members

Competitions

Challenger Members Points Challenged Members Points  
No competitions have been accepted yet.
Check back soon!