Lisa Brenskelle
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Level Up: Influence Friends and Family
Invite others to join the Ecochallenge
Our actions are more powerful when we take them together. I will invite someone to join the Ecochallenge with me so we can learn and take action together.
First Steps: Start with You
Explore plastic’s impact on communities
Plastic pollution doesn’t affect everyone equally. I will spend 5 minutes learning how plastic production, use, and disposal harm communities — especially those near waste sites.
Change the Game: Shift Systems and Policies
Learn about policies that support reducing plastics
Policy is one of the most powerful tools for reducing plastic waste at scale. I will spend 5 minutes learning about current or proposed plastic-related policies, such as bans on single-use plastics or extended producer responsibility laws, to better understand how systems can change.
Lead the Way: Shape Your Community
Learn about community-level options to reduce plastic
Widespread change starts with local action and community innovation. I will spend 5 minutes learning about programs or initiatives in my area that reduce plastic use, such as third-party sanitization services, repair cafes, food gleaning, lending libraries, bulk or thrift stores, bans on single-use items, or zero-waste businesses.
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Lisa Brenskelle 7/31/2025 9:00 AM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Recently purchased a handy item that can reduce plastic wrap use - cloth covers for stored food Check them out at: https://www.fairtradewinds.net/shop/dish-and-bowl-cover-large-set-of-3-paradise/-
Rona Bobey 7/31/2025 10:30 AM- Water Protector 🌊
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[email protected] Gibbs 7/31/2025 9:44 AM- Adventurer 🏔
These are such a clever solution and also so beautiful! Not only does it reduce waste, it's also a much nicer presentation for a potluck, etc. -
Sandra B 7/31/2025 9:24 AM- Pet Parent 🐾
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Lisa Brenskelle 7/29/2025 4:32 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Just read this interesting article on microplastics impact in Texas: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2024/11/21/how-nurdles-and-microplastics-in-texas-waterways-are-impacting-your-health/
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Lisa Brenskelle 7/21/2025 12:53 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
I'm very interested in the item in this blog post about non-plastic re-usable covers for dishes (and they are fair trade certified). I think I may order some. Check them out: https://www.fairtradewinds.net/five-easy-plastic-free-alternatives/ -
Lisa Brenskelle 7/18/2025 5:50 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Just read a great blog post on plastic pollution and human rights. Check it out: https://trashhero.org/does-plastic-pollution-affect-our-human-rights/ -
Lisa Brenskelle 7/18/2025 5:38 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Read this article about plastic bans around the world - it's inspirational and also makes it clear that the U.S. is really behind: https://www.solinatra.com/news/plastic-bans-around-the-world -
Lisa Brenskelle 7/12/2025 5:17 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Came across this really interesting guide for cities to implement a circular framework today. Check it out: https://circulars.iclei.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Circular-City-Action-Framework_V2.pdf -
Lisa Brenskelle 7/10/2025 4:43 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Came across this interesting article today: https://www.nrdc.org/sites/default/files/2023-10/worst-of-worst-plastic-waste-fs.pdf
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Mary Hanks 7/10/2025 9:56 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Lisa, thanks for posting this article. It aggregates a lot of critical information, including how the term "biodegradable" is often used deceptively. This reminds me that it's my responsibility to keep current on developments affecting my ability to maintain a sustainable lifestyle--and that means continuous education, whether I like it or not. Getting the facts may not be pleasant, but it's necessary in order to choose the right actions.
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Lisa Brenskelle 7/10/2025 4:36 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Today I came across this article on the top 20 producers of plastics in the world: https://earth.org/20-companies-produce-more-than-half-of-global-plastic-waste/
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Lisa Brenskelle 7/08/2025 5:04 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Use this tool to learn about laws your state has passed to address plastic pollution: https://www.globalplasticlaws.org/map -
Lisa Brenskelle 7/07/2025 5:49 PM- TEAM CAPTAIN
Take a look at this map of states that have implemented laws/policies to reduce plastic waste: https://publicinterestnetwork.org/resources/plastics-legislation-map-2/ There is clearly much more that can be done in other states.