Tim Curtis
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 396 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO1.0conversationwith a person
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UP TO34disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO34pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO33plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO55plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
Tim 's actions
Lifestyle
Natural Fibers
When available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.
Food
Use Reusable Utensils
I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.
Pets
Thrifty Pets
I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.
Pets
Invest in a Pooper-Scooper
I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.
Food
Advocate for Plastic-Free Dining
I will talk to the owner or manager of a restaurant I frequent to request that they reduce their use of single-use and disposable plastics.
Food
Go Strawless
I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.
Food
Use a Reusable Mug
If possible, I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.
Food
Fill a Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Food
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Food
Choose Reusable Food Storage
I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).
Food
Cook a Plastic Free Meal
I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Food
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Lifestyle
Clean Plate Club
When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.
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.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Tim Curtis 7/27/2022 11:01 AMIt's important to reduce plastic use. -
Tim Curtis 7/17/2022 3:12 PMI now use plastic water bottles multiple times before recycling. I also use ziplock bags multiple times. -
Tim Curtis 7/11/2022 12:51 PMusing less plastic is easy