Chris Easlea - AAQ

I will visit the rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.

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 pick up 2 piece(s) of litter each day.

I will replace single use diapers with reusable cloth diapers.

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.

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

I will keep 2 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and tupperware-like containers in my children's lunches to reduce plastic waste.

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.

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

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

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

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 make better choices for the environment and my baby's bum by using reusable baby wipes most or all of the time.

I will plant a herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.

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

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

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

I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.

When available, I will purchase clothing from consignment stores or thrift stores instead of new

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.