Join the movement to refuse single-use plastics with Plastic Free Ecochallenge!

Coalition of North American Zoos and Aquariums

Plastic Free Ecochallenge 2022

July 1 - July 31, 2022

Kansas City Zoo Feed

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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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Personal Care Sustainable Suds

What are the economic and personal benefits of switching to bar soap/shampoo/conditioner or refillable bottle options?

Cynthia Duke 7/26/2022 7:53 AM

I have been using a laundry pre-spray for stains that is refillable and I can buy the refill bottle for much less cost per ounce than buying a new bottle with the sprayer. I have also used laundry sheets instead of packaged laundry detergent. I found they worked pretty well!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Lifestyle Travel Toiletries

What is the benefit of using bar soaps or refilling your travel sized containers? Is this an action you think you will keep in your life?

Cynthia Duke 7/26/2022 7:51 AM

I do appreciate having my own soap and shampoo and conditioner, even though the hotels provide them. I have somewhat sensitive skin, so when I bring my own products in re-usable containers, I don’t have to worry about the soap at the hotel causing my skin to break out.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Lifestyle Travel Eating

Was this action easy or difficult to do? How did it change your travel experience?

Cynthia Duke 7/26/2022 7:48 AM

Web ave only traveled by car since I started this challenge. This was fairly easy to do as we packed snacks in re-usable containers.

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Samantha Bovard 7/19/2022 12:49 PM

Currently working on getting my friends to join in!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Personal Care Say No to "Flushable Wipes"

Even though they are marketed as "flushable," disposable wipes do not disintegrate in water or the sewer system, and actually release microplastics into our waterways. How does it feel to learn this information? What do you want to do about it?

Blue Schneider 7/16/2022 11:42 AM

I want to stop using flushable wipes. It makes me disappointed in companies to learn that people are falsely advertising them.

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Kim Romary 7/12/2022 10:23 AM

I have been out of the country but happy to get started now that I'm back!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Pets Homemade Pet Food

Does making your own pet food seem like a habit you can keep up in the long term? What else can you do to reduce your use of plastic packaging that can come from taking care of your pet's needs?

Natalie Johnson 7/12/2022 9:51 AM

I think I will supplement my dog's food with homemade pet food to help with time investment and to ensure that my dog gets all the nutrients she needs. I will still reduce dog food packaging but maintain life balance and health of my dog.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Lifestyle Buy Only What I Need

As you have reduced your spending, what have you noticed about your 'health and safety' purchasing habits? How might this change your longer term purchasing decisions?

Natalie Johnson 7/12/2022 9:49 AM

I will consider each purchase to be certain that it is necessary. Hopefully I will save money by being greener and reducing consumption and packing materials of things I do not really need.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Better Gum

Why do you chew gum? What habits could replace and meet your reasons for chewing gum?

Natalie Johnson 7/12/2022 9:48 AM

I will look at mints or natural gums to replace my gum chewing habit.

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Stacia Pieroni 7/12/2022 8:03 AM

Wow! We are already almost halfway through the EcoChallenge!! Everyone is doing so great! I love reading everyone's comments and reflections. Don't forget it's never too late to join the challenge so invite your family and friends at anytime. Let's see if we can get to 100 teammembers!

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