Samantha Dodge

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. This week, I'll say "no" to plastic bags at the store and plastic straws in all of my drinks.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) each day this week.

I will use public transit 60 mile(s) each day this week and avoid sending up to -142.19 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will watch or read the news each day this week with a specific focus on sustainability issues and happenings.

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day this week.

I will tell 5 people why sustainability is important to me and what my vision for a sustainable world is.

I will find out what local sustainability issues are most urgent in my region, including both social and environmental justice concerns.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will watch a movie about a sustainability issue I would like to know more about.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

I will enjoy 7 meal(s) free of processed foods each day this week.

I will enjoy 7 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need this week.

I will find local resources for learning about my watershed and the particular water issues my region faces.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

I will find out if my local utilities offer an option for supporting renewable energy investment.

I will calculate my ecological footprint and talk with my family or roommates about way we can reduce our negative enviromental impact.

This week, I will spend 30 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will sign petitions in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.