Holly Abeels

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

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

I will enjoy 4 meal(s) free of processed foods each day this week.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will pick up litter on my street and ask others to join me in taking care of our neighborhood.

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

I will watch one of the films suggested in the additional resources and discuss it with friends or family.

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

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 0 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will learn what local organizations are working on sustainability issues and how I can get involved.

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

This week, I will attend one local event or meeting concerning a current issue in my community such as a planning meeting, a town hall, or a training on taking action.

I will research alternatives (like Gross National Happiness) to measuring economic livelihood and the health of a nation.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

I will cook 4 meal(s) with zero waste each day this week.

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

I will buy from local businesses instead of shopping online.