Terry Maloney

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

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

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

I will switch to a plastic-free deodorant — whether purchased or DIY'd.

Using the action resource links below, my family will spend 30 minutes learning about environmental justice, causes of environmental injustice, and how plastic waste disproportionately impacts already vulnerable communities.

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 10 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

I will prepare my own pet food to avoid plastic packaging.

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

I will keep 10 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will talk to the owner or manager of a restaurant I frequent to request that they reduce their use of single-use and disposable plastics.

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.

I will keep 6 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

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 advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.

I will spend 15 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 prepare my own pet treats to avoid plastic packaging.