I’m 18 and just started the course Environmental and Climate Sustainability in DCU. I enjoy reading, art, GAA, and going to the gym.
My challenge
To not use any disposable coffee cups or plastic bottles.

For the entire month of October I will be trying to not use a single plastic bottle or disposable coffee cup in hopes of reducing my carbon footprint and inspiring others to do the same. 

For the past six days I have been making a conscious effort to carry around my own reusable bottle with me when I’m on the go. I have been so accustomed to buying bottles of water when I am out that it is taking time getting used to remembering to bring my bottle when I leave the house. 

Yesterday I ran into my first problem where I had forgotten my bottle when going to the gym as I am used to buying an energy drink in the vending machine there. Luckily, my gym has a water fountain which I had to continuously visit throughout my training.

The first few days have gone pretty well so far and I am feeling optimistic about completing this challenge.