Charles George

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

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

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

I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.

I will learn about paid leave and its impact on health and wellness at a personal and societal level and how I can help advocate for paid leave in my company and at the national level.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will visit a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency.

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

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.