Corina Presutti
Select the resource(s) you chose to access to learn about plastics pollution impacts on humans and wildlife and the importance of single-use plastics reduction.
Plastic Pollution Impacts on Humans , Wildlife Impacts from Plastic Pollution, NWF Blog: Fighting Plastic Pollution Through Community, NWF EcoLeaders Consumption and Waste EcoTopic Page
Which action(s) did you take to reduce plastics pollution?
Made a commitment to recycle all recyclable materials and checked with my local waste management or recycling company to find out what can and cannot be recycled., Prioritized my purchasing of products made from other materials (aluminum, cardboard, wood, etc.), Donated items to local organizations to ensure they do not end up in the landfill. , Created a piece of art to help educate others about plastics pollution and post in the community. , Adopted a storm drain, a simple and fun way, to remind others to keep plastics and other trash that harm wildlife out of our local waterways and oceans. , Collaborated with a local vendor to incentivize reusable products versus single-use plastics, such as bring your own shopping bag, water bottle, or coffee mug and receive a discount or other benefit., Joined the #BreakFreeFromPlastic movement., Other
If you selected "other," please describe the action you took.
Built hospitality business which hosts people in an 'eco-home' where we focus on waste reduction and giving people 'plastic free stay' + education
Which method(s) did you use to communicate about what you learned and what actions you took about plastics pollution and single-use plastics reduction.
Shared the action you have taken on social media., Hosted an in-person gathering to share your story with others. , Spoke at a local government, school board, PTA meeting and/or faculty meeting, sharing your project and its impacts on the school and/or community. , Communicated with school and/or community groups about your action and how others might get involved. , Convened a meeting with leaders in the community to discuss partnerships to support your efforts. , Launched a public communication effort to encourage citizens to learn more and get involved.
If you selected "other," please describe the action you took.
Which action did you take to help energize and sustain your efforts?
Worked with a school club, community organization or group to help advance your work. , Posted signage to educate others about the issue and ways to get involved. , Generated online content (blog, podcast, video, social media) to share your experience and lessons learned to act as a resource for other EcoLeaders to implement similar programs in different locations. , Other
If you selected "other," please describe the action you took.
Giving presentations to town environmental committee on issues in town + joining various town committees who are looking to help reduce waste
In reflecting on your experience in earning this badge, please share some of your thoughts on what was most meaningful about this process and if there are any ways you think it could be improved. What was your biggest take away?
There is no ethical consumption/existence under capitalism but since we must consume sometimes, the best way is to be intentional about reducing harm
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