Emily Szramowski

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 5 conversations.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

I will use the resource links provided and spend 10 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

I will spend at least 5 minutes finding out what local laws, policies, and practices keep people from voting in my community.

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

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

Individual actions are important, but people and organizations working together can make a real impact. I will share a carbon calculator with a friend and invite them to calculate the carbon footprint of their household.

I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 3 gallons (11 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will spend at least 5 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

I will work from home 2 days to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will spend 15 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

Each day, I will go on a plog or plalk for 10 minutes and collect 20 items of litter.

I will limit my social media use to once per day and share the impact I see and reflections I have on the feed.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will shop at a farmers market or food co-op to support local farmers and businesses. By doing so, I may be able to learn more about who produces the food I eat and goods I buy.

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 replace 15 minutes each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will spend 5 minutes each day trying out climate anxiety resources that support mental and psychological well being.