John Calabrese

NW Natural DEI Council Action: Click on the link under "Learn More" to find out which tribal lands your homes resided on and share in the reflection question section the names of those tribal lands

What suggestions do you have for NW Natural to save energy in the way we operate our facilities and our vehicles? Have you observed any energy wasting equipment or behaviors at work?

Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work, on campus and/or in the spaces I frequent.

I will watch 1 documentaries about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

I will spend 10 minutes each day trying out climate anxiety resources that support mental and psychological well being.

I will spend 10 minutes per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.

I will spend 10 minutes per day finding out what sustainability and nature-related legislation is on local and state ballots this year.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

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

I will enjoy 6 meatless meals and/or 3 vegan meals each day this week.

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.