Gladys Santiago

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

I will spend 15 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

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

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

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

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

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

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

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community while observing best practices in my region for not spreading COVID-19.

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

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 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 practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 3 conversations.

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

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 spend 30 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will buy my clothes at second-hand stores when I shop.

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

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

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

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group of decision makers.

I will volunteer 12 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.