

Katy Runnells
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,242 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO107plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO36disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO82plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO66plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
Katy's actions
Lifestyle
Ditch Dryer Sheets
I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.
Lifestyle
Travel Toiletries
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.
Food
Skip Plastic Bags
When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.
Food
Better Gum
I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.
Food
Choose Reusable Food Storage
I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).
Food
Cook a Plastic Free Meal
I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Food
Advocate for Office Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Food
Use a Reusable Mug
If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.
Food
Fill a Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Food
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
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.
Personal Care
See the Green
I will recycle used contact lenses and packaging.
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?
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Katy Runnells 8/01/2022 1:51 PMA lot of the plastic free challenges are things I already do but I learned about some other ways I can incorporate as well! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow can you think outside the box (or bag!) when it comes to disposables?
Katy Runnells 7/23/2022 5:39 AMWe have a lot of glass Tupperware as well as reusable ‘ziplock’ bags -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodWith the added mindfulness of reducing your packaging, what have you noticed about the amount and type of single use plastics used for packaging when you shop in the grocery store?
Katy Runnells 7/23/2022 5:38 AMWe switched to buying meat at the meat counter. This eliminates the styrofoam and the plastic wrap! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodWhy do you chew gum? What habits could replace and meet your reasons for chewing gum?
Katy Runnells 7/23/2022 5:38 AMGiving up gum was pretty easy for me and the more I’ve noticed a LoT of people have given up gum for various reasons -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLifestyleOften, single-use and disposable products don't just create more trash - they also contain toxins that are bad for humans. What are some other single-use items that are harmful to humans?
Katy Runnells 7/23/2022 5:24 AMUsing essential oils on your wool dryer balls helps get a fresh scent! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodUsing the links provided, investigate the bottling practices of water corporations. There have been many cases where the water rights of the local people have been violated or even completely disregarded when a corporation decides to bottle water from a particular water source. How can you advocate for those who have been harmed by this bottling process?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodSince the restrictions that COVID-19 has required of our society, trying to use your own cup might present new barriers, as well as new opportunities for creative problem solving. How were you able to achieve success on this action? How can you make it a long-term habit?
Katy Runnells 7/22/2022 4:38 PMReusable mugs not only help reduce waste they keep your beverage cool/hot for longer -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHave you noticed a shift in your community as more messaging about reusable straws becomes mainstream? Cite some examples.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
Katy Runnells 7/22/2022 4:37 PMAlways keep reusable bags in the trunk of my car so no matter where I go I have them with me! -
Katy Runnells 7/15/2022 11:32 AM