
The hardest is cleaning the reusables after every use (whether a coffee cup or food container), you can't get lazy!
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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an Hennepin County Plastic-Free Challenge expert in no time!
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polyvinyl, polystyrene and polycarbonate (#3,#6 and #7).
I will watch a documentary film about plastic waste with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
I will collect and recycle used contact lenses and packaging through a specialized program.
I will replace my disposable plastic razors with a steel safety razor.
I will use reusable dishes and silverware when eating at work.
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
I will stop buying water and instead use water from the tap or invest in a water filter if water quality is a concern.
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?