Kaushal Salian

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will watch 2 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.

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

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

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

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

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work, on campus and/or in the spaces I frequent.

If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

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

I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

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

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

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

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

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

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

Greenhouse gases found in old refrigerants are up to 10,900 times more potent than carbon dioxide. I will help eliminate these gases through the purchase of offset credits to ensure we all have a planet we can thrive on.