Wendy Martin

"Be part of the solution: not part of the pollution."

participant impact

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

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DAILY ACTIONS

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

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

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

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Wendy Martin 7/04/2022 7:22 PM
Still struggling to eliminate plastic from my daily food consumption! As a vegan, meat alternatives come in plastic packaging. The spaghetti I purchased purposefully thinking it came in a paper bag was lined. I chewed gum which came from a plastic package. This is the toughest part for me.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

Single use plastics have become normalized in our society to the point that most people don't see them as a problem. What would you say to a friend, colleague, or family member who may not understand why these disposables are an issue?
Wendy Martin 7/04/2022 7:18 PM
I spoke to the manager of a local smoothie shop about switching from styrofoam to a more eco-friendly cup, and they began utilizing recyclable plastic instead. Not ideal, but a step in the right direction nonetheless!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Personal Care

Currently most of the packaging for toothpaste is plastic. How can you advocate for more alternatives through your purchasing power and influence in community?
Wendy Martin 7/04/2022 7:17 PM
I posted on social media a tour of the plastic-free shop I work at, and provide resources (litterless.com, as well as my own labor) to help others locate bulk refill stores in their local areas.

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