Meghan Noble

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

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

I will walk 1 mile(s) each day this week instead of driving and avoid sending up to 8.44 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will commute by carpool 7 mile(s) each day this week and avoid sending up to 39.48 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

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

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

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

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

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

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will use public transit 1 mile(s) each day this week and avoid sending up to 0.0 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will enjoy 4 meatless meal(s) and/or 4 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

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

I will buy from local businesses instead of shopping online.

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

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

I will learn what local organizations are working on sustainability issues and how I can get involved.

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

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

I will enjoy 7 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day this week.

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

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.

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

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will volunteer 6 hour(s) in my community this week.

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

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

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

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