

Brandon Jones
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 336 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO47plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO5.0minutesspent learning
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UP TO30disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO33plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO25pieces of plastic cutlerynot sent to the landfill
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UP TO24plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
Brandon's actions
Personal Care
Practice Sustainable Fashion
I will spend 4 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.
Personal Care
Pearly Whites
I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.
Personal Care
That Was a Close Shave
I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.
Personal Care
Say No to "Flushable Wipes"
Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.
Food
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Food
Fill a Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 10 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Food
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Food
Go Strawless
I will keep 6 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.
Food
Use a Reusable Mug
If possible, I will avoid sending 10 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.
Food
Cook a Plastic Free Meal
I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Food
Choose Reusable Food Storage
I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).
Food
Advocate For Better Food Packaging
I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.
Food
Use Reusable Utensils
I will keep 10 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.
Food
Use Reusables at Work
I will use reusable dishes and silverware when eating at work.
Personal Care
Brush with Bamboo
I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodSince the restrictions that COVID-19 has required of our society, trying to use your own cup might present new barriers, as well as new opportunities for creative problem solving. How were you able to achieve success on this action? How can you make it a long-term habit?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow can you think outside the box (or bag!) when it comes to disposables?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHave you noticed a shift in your community as more messaging about reusable straws becomes mainstream? Cite some examples.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodUsing the links provided, investigate the bottling practices of water corporations. There have been many cases where the water rights of the local people have been violated or even completely disregarded when a corporation decides to bottle water from a particular water source. How can you advocate for those who have been harmed by this bottling process?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow can you be an advocate for using reusables instead of disposables for the rest of your community? Where are they currently dependent on disposable food packaging or eating utensils, and how can you convince them of the need for change?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?