Maria Cimpean
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 444 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0minutesspent learning
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UP TO37plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Maria's actions
Pets
Rubber Glove Pet Hair Removal
I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.
Lifestyle
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
Lifestyle
Homemade Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products at home.
Lifestyle
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Family
Discover Together
I will spend 5 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.
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
Thrifty Pets
I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.
Food
GO A DAY WITHOUT EATING MEAT
Reducing meat consumption has many benefits; it curtails greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and soil degradation. It will also save an enormous amount of land, water use and will increase biodiversity.
Food
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Family
Swap the Snacks
I will swap out 10 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.
Food
Cook a Plastic Free Meal
I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Community
Attend Plastic Use in Research and Healthcare (July 20, 12 - 1pm)
Join WashU Sustainability Staff July 20th from 12pm – 1pm to learn more about how single-use plastics are used in research and healthcare and how you can begin to reduce plastic use in your lab or practice.
Personal Care
Say No to "Flushable Wipes"
Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.
Personal Care
A Sustainable Flow
I will make the switch to sustainable, reusable period products.
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