May 1 - May 31, 2021

On-the-go

Prevent waste away from home and while you travel.

Travel, working and being on-the-go takes you out of your normal routine, but you can still practice your low-waste habits by planning ahead.

Use Reusable Water Bottles

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving (___) disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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Going Zero Waste

How much water actually goes into making a bottle of water.

The Story of Stuff - The Story of Bottled Water

Plastic Bottle Facts
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Use A Reusable Mug or Collapsible Cup

I will avoid sending (___) disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.
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Reusable Coffee Cups
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Skip the Straw

I will keep (___) plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
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The Last Plastic Straw
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Assemble a Zero Waste Kit

I will assemble an eating-out bag with cloth napkins and reusable utensils, containers, and cups and use it to avoid disposable to-go containers and cutlery for (___) meals each day.
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Zero Waste Takeout Kit

Zero Waste Takeout

Zero Waste Guide: Travel and On-the-Go
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Use Reusable Bags

I will not accept any disposable bags when shopping, both at the grocery store and elsewhere.
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5 Tips for Always Remembering Your Reusable Bags

Getting the Most Out of Your Reusable Bags
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Recycle On-the-Go

I will recycle while on the go, but if I can't find a recycling receptacle, I'll bring it home with me.
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5 Strategies for Recycling on the Go
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Pack a Lunch

I will skip eating out and bring a lunch from home in reusable containers.
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10 Tips for Packing a Zero-Waste Lunch
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Use Reusables at Work

I will use reusable dishes and silverware when eating at work.
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5 Ways to Go Reusable at Work

Zero-Wasting Your Office
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Recycle at Work

I will recycle at work, and if I can't find a recycling bin I'll bring the item home with me.
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Business Recycling Resources
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CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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