Ronald Jacobs

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.

Many of us recycle with good intentions, but most plastic doesn’t get recycled. I will spend 45 minutes learning why plastic recycling falls short and what really happens to plastic waste.

Understanding the origins of plastic helps us see its environmental impact more clearly. I will spend 20 minutes learning how plastic is made — from fossil fuels to finished product — and reflect on how that knowledge influences my choices.

Washing synthetic fabrics releases tiny plastic fibers that end up in our waterways. I will install a washing machine filter or use a microplastic-catching device to capture microplastics before they leave my home — and I will share what I did and why with others to inspire more sustainable laundry habits.

Reusables only help if we use them! I will set up a system that helps me remember my reusable bags, bottles, containers, or utensils — whether that means keeping them by the door, in my car, or in my bag.