Jamie Jenkins

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

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

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

I will buy from local businesses instead of shopping online.

I will calculate my ecological footprint and talk with my family or roommates about way we can reduce our negative enviromental impact.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

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

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

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

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 plan a block party to meet my neighbors, help them meet each other, and foster a sense of community.

This week, I will spend 20 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

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

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 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 watch The Story of Bottled Water to learn more about bottled water's impacts on the environment.