Michelle James

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

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

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 lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

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 use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

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.

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

I will swap out 2 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.

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

I will keep 3 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

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