Nellie Long

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 20 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant a few in my area.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about my food supply chains, and complete a food waste audit.

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

I will contact 1 congress people or representatives to advocate for public policy that protects forests, improves their ability to sequester carbon, and supports biodiversity.

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 find a buddy to go with me when going places for hikes/adventures/trips that are more than 100 miles away. This will reduce the overall footprint. Generally we each take our own car.

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

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

I will watch 1 documentaries about racism and racial injustice.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 2 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

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.

Each day when I don't need to travel by car, I will use muscle-powered transportation and other alternative forms (e.g., walking, biking, car share, public transit, etc.).

Each day, I will find one or more items I can donate to a local thrift or resale shop.

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