Kelly Eke

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

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

I will tell 3 people why sustainability is important to me and what my vision for a sustainable world is.

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day this week.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day this week.

I will buy from local businesses instead of shopping online.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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