
Dan Martin
"The Virginia Zoological Park is committed to engaging our community in taking action to save the world’s wildlife and their ecosystems."
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO21advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO199plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO21conversationswith people
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UP TO95minutesspent learning
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UP TO108disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO157plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO48plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
Dan's actions
Lifestyle
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
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.
Personal Care
Sustainable Suds
I will replace my soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and lotions with a sustainable, unpackaged, or refillable option.
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.
Food
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Food
Switch to Loose Leaf Tea
Because many tea bags and most sleeves and sachets contain plastic, I will switch to using loose leaf tea.
Community
Learn about Plastic Production
Plastic production, not just disposal, pollutes communities and harms people. I will learn about the impacts of plastic production on humans, animals, communities, and the environment.
Food
Go Strawless
I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.
Food
Better Gum
I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.
Food
Fill a Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 8 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Community
Estimate My Plastic Consumption
I will visit the rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.
Food
Use a Reusable Mug
If possible, I will avoid sending 6 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.
Food
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
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