Conner Burke

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

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

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

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

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

I will tell 10 people why sustainability is important to me and what my vision for a sustainable world is.

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

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

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will source 7 meal(s) from local producers each day this week.

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

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

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day this week.

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 public transit 4 mile(s) each day this week and avoid sending up to 8.05 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

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

I will source 4 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 use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) each day this week.

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will buy from local businesses instead of shopping online.