Ian Goens
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 5 TOTAL
Ian's actions
Belongings
Extend the Life of Electronics
I will resist marketing that says phones should be replaced every year and delay replacing my smart phone for 3 years.
Belongings
Mend Clothing
I will mend 1 items of clothing instead of replacing them with new clothing.
Belongings
Shop Locally
I'll check locally for 3 items I need before shopping online to avoid shipping waste.
Belongings
Have a Zero-Waste Day
I will refuse all items that come in packaging for the entire day.
Belongings
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Family
Pack Waste-Free Lunch Boxes
I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and reusable containers in my children's lunches to reduce plastic waste.
Family
Share Toys
I will borrow 1 toys for my kids instead of buying new or used.
Family
Avoid New Baby Items
I will avoid items marketed to first-time parents and instead use or refurbish items I already have or get them from friends or family.
Family
Buy Used Kids' Clothes
I will buy 2 items of clothing from secondhand outlets instead of new clothes for my child/children.
Family
Discover Together
I will spend 5 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a zero-waste lifestyle.
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