Ben Rhoades

I will tell 4 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 contact local officials and city leaders this week to challenge them to support sustainability policies.

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

I will meet 2 new neighbor(s) this week.

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

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

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

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

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

I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) 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 create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

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.