Katherine Morgan

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 switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.

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

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.

I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.

I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.

I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.

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

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

I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.