Kevin Lin

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

I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.

I will organize one of NWEI's discussion courses, such as 'A Different Way', with family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

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

I will use public transit 5 mile(s) each day this week and avoid sending up to 399.63 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will commute by bike 2 mile(s) each day this week and avoid sending up to 336.64 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will walk 4 mile(s) each day this week instead of driving and avoid sending up to 337.62 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day this week.

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

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

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

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

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

I will source 2 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 reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

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

I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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

I will write 3 letter(s) or email(s) and/or make 2 call(s) this week to a public official or company to advocate for planet-friendly policies or something else I believe in.

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

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

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 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 start a 'Take Back the Tap' campaign on my campus.

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

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

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