Lora Jones

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

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

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

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 install a greywater catchment system in my home.

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

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

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

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 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).

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.