Lora Jones

I will spend at least 15 minutes finding out what local laws, policies, and practices keep people from voting in my community.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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 4 container(s) out of the landfill each day.

I will begin, or continue, on the journey of forgiving myself and/or other(s). I may do this through journaling, meditation, prayer, and/or talking with a licensed healthcare professional.

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

I will spend 30 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will spend 45 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 use the resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

I will watch 2 documentary(ies) about systemic racism.

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

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

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

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

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

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

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 replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will spend 25 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will buy my clothes at second-hand stores when I shop.