Coalition of North American Zoos and Aquariums

Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2022

July 1 - July 31, 2022

Jordan Walsh

American College of Healthcare Sciences

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
122 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

5.0

plastic containers

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

2.0

disposable cups

not sent to the landfill

Jordan 's actions

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).

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Attend an ACHS Webinar

Learn about how plastics are affecting our environment!

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Plant a Garden

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Use a Reusable Mug

If possible, I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Food

Skip Plastic Bags

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

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

Besides having access to fresh herbs and vegetables, what benefits will you see from growing your own garden?
Jordan Walsh 7/01/2022 11:14 AM
This year we planted tomatoes, beets, green beans, summer squash, spinach, radish, and jalapenos! We only have a small space, but use campion gardening tips to grow a variety of items.

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- Jordan Walsh 7/01/2022 11:22 AM
  To answer the question, I love being able to let my garden dictate what's for lunch or dinner. Building a meal based on what's ready to be picked is fun and rewarding!
  
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