Shirley Adams

I will keep 1 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

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.

I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

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

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

I will give a shout-out on social media to a local company, coworker, friend or family member for their plastic free or green efforts.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

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

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

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 replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with a sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable option.