Lynn Michalec

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

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

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

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

I will buy from local businesses instead of shopping online.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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

I will walk 2 mile(s) each day this week instead of driving and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

I will offer to help 3 person(s) who are in need this week.

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

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

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 6 disposable plastic bottle(s) each day this week.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

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

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

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) free of processed foods each day this week.

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

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

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

I will find out if my local utilities offer an option for supporting renewable energy investment.

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

I will keep a journal this week as I observe ecological principles in action in my backyard, neighborhood or community.

This week, I will spend 30 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will tell 3 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 start a sustainability journal, capturing my thoughts, concerns and learning about sustainability issues.

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

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

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

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