Hector Cecilio Lebron Santiago

Both systemic and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

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

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

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

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those around the world who produce my food in order to make better choices when I shop.

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 purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 2 conversations.

I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will use the resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community while observing best practices in my region for not spreading COVID-19.

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.

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

I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water each day by installing a toilet tank bank.

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

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

I will spend 60 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

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

I will spend 15 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will buy my clothes at second-hand stores when I shop.