Pledge Cards

Make a personal pledge to reduce waste and conserve resources. Pick one and stick to it for the month of April…and beyond. Once the new behavior is old and “nailed”, take on a new pledge to show a higher level of respect for our Earth’s limited resources.

Make a banner for pledges – post in a common area of home, work or school.

Suggestions for Pledge Cards:
“I pledge to…

• Bring a waste-free lunch in reusable containers to work or school
• Use washable plates, cups, utensils and napkins rather than disposable
• Take a reusable beverage bottle when “on the go” rather than purchase one-time-use products
• Take reusable bags shopping rather than be given a paper or plastic bag at the store
• Use both sides of a piece of paper
• Reuse or repair things I already own
• Donate gently-used items to charity
• Recycle at home, work and school
• Collect plastic bottles after a sports game to take home for recycling
• Provide assistance to my family or neighbors on recycling day
• Carpool, bike or walk when possible
• Turn off lights, TV and other electronics when not in use
• Turn off water while brushing my teeth
• Take shorter showers