Recycle

In your household and workplace. Investigate your area's recycling policies & programs and use them. Take the time to do it properly & inspire others to do the same.

Read Up

Knowledge truly is power, and there is a wealth of information out there. This is one of my favorite articles from National Geographic on the consequences of plastic. Learn, act & share.

Reduce

I keep reusable shopping bags in my car for groceries. I take my coffee in reusable cups. I refuse straws and I travel with a refillable water flask. Make new habits & make a difference.

Eat local and In-Season

Unnecessary shipping on food products is a major contributor to the global carbon footprint. Shop your local farmers' market and learn where your produce is coming from. Whenever possible, buy local goods

Less is More

Plastic products and packaging account for masses of waste. When gifting, I've decided to share experiences instead– pasta making classes for my niece & guitar lessons for my nephew.