Kara Dierks

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

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 give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.

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

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

When it's time to buy more, I will replace my beauty products with refillable, sustainable, and/or DIY options.

I will recycle used contact lenses and packaging.

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.

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

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

I will make my own cleaning products at home.

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