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Welcome to Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2022!

Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2022 expert in no time!

Coalition of North American Zoos and Aquariums
Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2022
July 1 - July 31, 2022
Maddie Longhini's avatar

Maddie Longhini

Virginia Aquarium Fam - Bam No Plastic Ma'am

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 151 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    3.0
    advocacy actions
    completed
  • UP TO
    3.0
    plastic containers
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    3.0
    conversations
    with people

Maddie's actions

Pets

Thrifty Pets

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

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Pets

All Natural Pet Toys

I will give my pets natural alternatives to toys like femur bones and antlers, canvas, natural rubber, hemp, rope or cotton toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community

Say No to Styrofoam

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.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Personal Care

No Plastic. Period.

Buying feminine products that only use paper or cardboard applicators.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

  • Maddie Longhini's avatar
    Maddie Longhini 7/04/2022 5:19 AM
    I use canning or mason jars as reusable containers for snacks, dressings, drinks, or any "extras" in my lunches. 
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