Averie Mills

I will give a shout-out on social media to a local company, coworker, friend or family member for their plastic free or green efforts.

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 60 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

I will write or sign 5 letters, emails or petitions per day to advocate for plastic-free or planet-friendly policies.

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

I will visit the rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.

I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community that follows the CDC’s current guidelines for prevention of disease transfer.

I will pick up 40 piece(s) of litter each day.

I will swap out my single use plastic bags for a pooper-scooper.

I will make the switch to sustainable, reusable period products.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching how to properly dispose of bioplastics in my city and share this information with 5 friends, family, and/or colleagues.

I will spend 10 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.

I will swap out 5 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.