Gabryella Pulsinelli

I will spend 20 minutes learning about voter access and equity. And if applicable, I will register to vote, ask someone I trust to help me register, or help others register.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, work, or other shared space to identify the next steps for saving energy.

I will spend 30 minutes finding out how to recycle in my region, where landfills and/or waste sites are situated in my region, and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

Each day, I will practice a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will shop at a small business owned or staffed by underrepresented members of my community.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases and identify my spending habits.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute or less showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.

Expand your DEP knowledge horizon! Spend at least 15 minutes learning about a Popular Topic, Program Area (other than your own) or other Initiative from the NJDEP website

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

Each day, I will engage in a sharing economy among my family, friends, and neighbors.

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

I will watch 1 documentaries about racism and racial injustice.

I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.

I will reduce food waste, excess carbon and save money by planning my daily and weekly menus so that I only purchase the ingredients needed.