Rachel Cohen

I will tell 1 people why sustainability is important to me and what my vision for a sustainable world is.

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

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will buy from local businesses instead of shopping online.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) each day this week.

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

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

I will cook 7 meal(s) with zero waste each day this week.

I will enjoy 10 meatless meal(s) and/or 7 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

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

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