The Problem
We are trying to limit the amount of plastic we use on a daily basis.
Our Plan
We are trying to cut plastic out for one week to see when we truly need plastic and when we can find a suitable replacement
Themes Addressed
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Climate Change
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Zero Waste
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The Benefit
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Environment
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Here is how the project went:
I spent one week trying to cut all plastic usage out. The only time I used plastic this week was when I changed the bag in my garbage can. Every day, I spent 30 min recording when and why I had to use plastic.
Through this project I/we learned:
I realized how difficult it is to avoid all plastic because even produce comes wrapped in it, even if they don't need a layer of protection around it (ex: bananas). This week, I avoided all products that came wrapped in plastic, but this isn't quite sustainable in the long term.
What I/we might change:
I would find some alternative when picking up produce at the grocery store. There are these reusable bags you can make out of t-shirts that may be a good alternative.
My/our favorite part of this project was:
My favorite part of this project was the accomplishment I felt when I went a day without using or even needing plastic.
Some tips, tricks or fun facts about the project:
This challenge can be made more fun if you turn it into a competition between your friends or even in your family.