Jessica Linek

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

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

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

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

I will keep 4 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.

Wipes don't break down in sewer systems, but combine with fat to create massive clogs. I will find alternatives to using disposable wipes.

I will spend 30 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

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

I will paint rooms in my home with low/no VOC or natural paints.

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

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 available, I will purchase clothing made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.