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

I will source 2 meal(s) from local producers each day this week.

I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

I will write 1 letter(s) or email(s) and/or make 1 call(s) this week to a public official or company to advocate for planet-friendly policies or something else I believe in.

I will source 5 meal(s) from local producers each day this week. This could include signing up for a local CSA, buying from a farmer's market, visiting a food co-op, foraging with a local group, or growing my own ingredients.

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

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

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

I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) this week.

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

I will start a sustainability journal, capturing my thoughts, concerns and learning about sustainability issues.

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

I will tell 8 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 save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

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

I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community this week.

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.

I will offer to help 6 person(s) who are in need this week.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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 enjoy 3 meal(s) free of processed foods each day this week.

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

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 2 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

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

I will contact local officials and city leaders this week to challenge them to support sustainability policies.

I will keep a journal this week as I observe ecological principles in action in my backyard, neighborhood or community.

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 10 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.