Cole Deppeler

I'm focusing on an individual effort right now to use less plastic in my day-to-day activities. By using reusable water bottles, I hope to save five disposable plastic bottles from ending up in the trash. This problem helps in a modest but major way to environmental preservation. Every time I fill up my reusable bottle rather than using a disposable one, I'm lowering the amount of plastic trash that may otherwise wind up in our local ecosystems, landfills, or incinerators.

The larger impact of this event is what adds interest and utility for others. Plastic pollution is an important global problem that affects the entire world, and the scale of the issue can easily overwhelm people. However, I can show that every little effort matters by making the practical and easy decision to use a reusable water bottle. It's convenient because it guarantees that I always have access to water when I need it, and it's economical since I save money that would otherwise be spent on bottled drinks. It also encourages increased hydration, which is good for my health and helps create a more sustainable future. By sharing my experience, I aim to encourage others to make similar adjustments in their daily lives, which will eventually contribute to lessening the amount of plastic that ends up on our planet.