Patti Wilson

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 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) each day this week.

I will watch The Story of Bottled Water to learn more about bottled water's impacts on the environment.

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.

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

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

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

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community this week.

This week, I will spend 15 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

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

I will enjoy 7 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day this week.

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