Jose Lebron

Racial inequity is both a sustainability and justice problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day.

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

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

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 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 find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

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

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

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will spend 60 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

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

I will volunteer 15 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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