Nicole Abrams

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

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

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

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

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

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

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

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) free of processed foods each day this week.

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

I will buy from local businesses instead of shopping online.

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

This week, I will spend 10 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.

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

I will use public transit 5 mile(s) each day this week and avoid sending up to 19.8 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.