Gina Dullanty

Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate. I will keep 1 container(s) out of the landfill each day.

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

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

I will spend 65 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

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

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will volunteer 8 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

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.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about systemic racism.

I will spend 60 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

I will spend at least 60 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

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

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 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.

I will spend quality time with family and friends by playing low-tech game(s) and/or through the spirit of imagination.

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 collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in recycling dumpsters or my curbside bin.