Jennifer Reiter
5/10/2021 1:55 PM
It feels better to reuse something than get new, because of the powerful impact it creates. So, often what someone needs/wants someone else is ready to part with that item!
Jennifer Reiter
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Jennifer's Actions
Belongings
Mend Clothing
I will mend 3 items of clothing instead of replacing them with new clothing.
Belongings
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
I will spend 45 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and fast fashion and start applying what I learn to my own life.
Belongings
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
On-the-go
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 3 meals each day.
Week 2 Focus: Packaging and Low-Waste Shopping
Eat Food Before it Spoils
My household of 3 will prioritize eating foods that may spoil soon.
Week 2 Focus: Packaging and Low-Waste Shopping
Buy Unpackaged Produce
I will avoid 10 plastic bags by not bagging my produce or using reusable produce bags.
Week 1 Focus: Recycling and Composting
Start Organics Recycling
My household will sign up for organics recycling service or start using a drop-off site to compost food waste and food-soiled paper.
Week 1 Focus: Recycling and Composting
No More Wish-cycling
I will recycle the right materials by educating myself on what goes in the bin and keep other things out.
Belongings
Host a Swap
I will host a swap so others can share their excess clothing and household items.