Suresh L

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group of decision makers.

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses on food sustainability, Menu for the Future or Hungry for Change, with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will research tool libraries and other sharing economy organizations in my area and rent instead of buy next time I need something they offer.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

I will contact my local election office to volunteer during the upcoming election.

I will organize Ecochallenge.org's discussion course A Different Way: Living Simply in a Complex World with my family, friends, co-workers, or classmates.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with durable non-plastic options.

I will host a watch party to screen a documentary about an issue that matters to me.

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

Flying emits a lot of CO2 into the atmosphere which affects air quality and the health of our planet, animals, and people. If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

I will find out what stocks and bonds are in my investment account portfolio to determine if they align with my values (e.g. environmental, social responsibility, community).

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will install an alternative energy system, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will source 2 meals each day from local producers.

I will plant 5 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

Racial inequity is both a sustainability and justice problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units with energy saving units.

Food waste hurts our planet and our communities. I will cook 1 meals with zero waste each day.