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Pronomita Dey 10/08/2018 11:08 AM
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You'll be an 2018 People's Ecochallenge expert in no time!
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.