Katelyn Peterson

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.

I will spend 30 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

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

I will spend 30 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus to reduce pollution in the environment and in local communities.

I will spend 30 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

Whether it's by donating or volunteering, I will research the benefits of low-income solar and find out how I can support low-income solar initiatives in my area.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

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

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

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 take a walk outside for 30 minutes each day.

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.