Sara Jobsky

I will spend at least 120 minutes researching the impacts of bioplastics and how to properly dispose of them in my city, and I will share this information with 10 friends, family, and/or colleagues.

I will line my trash bins at home with paper bags instead of plastic bags.

I will make an effort to purchase/use matches instead of plastic lighters.

I will avoid using aerosol or plastic air fresheners and use a candle or incense instead.

I will make an effort to purchase clothing from thrift/second-hand stores instead of buying fast fashion clothing.

When going out to eat, I will bring my own reusable container for leftovers instead of using the restaurant-provided containers.

I will make my own snacks instead of purchasing pre-packaged snacks at the store (homemade granola bars, rice krispie treats, dried fruit, trail mix, hummus, applesauce, protein bites, etc.)

I will take my produce containers to a farmer's market to refill them instead of buying more in plastic packaging from the store.

I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

I will use reusable dishes and silverware when eating at work.

I will replace 5 plastic bottles with glass or stainless steel alternatives.

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!

I will replace my pet's shampoo with an eco-friendly shampoo bar or refillable shampoo option.

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.

When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me in a TSA-approved reusable quart-sized bag.

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 host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community that follows the CDC’s current guidelines for prevention of disease transfer.

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.

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

Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.

I will spend 60 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

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

I will keep 4 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

If possible, I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

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