Helen Clagett

Bread tags are made of plastic that can be recycled. Unfortunately most recycle haulers do not accept these as recyclable material and throw them in the garbage if collected. "Beyond the Bin" is launching at BRI that provides a collection place for recycle for these types of items. My Sustainability goal for the team is to push our boundaries on recycling and bring a zero waste practice to life!

I will spend 1 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 5 conversations.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will spend 10 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 10 minutes each day.