Erick Alvidrez

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, neighbors or classmates.

I will sign up for a local CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture).

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

I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

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.

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

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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

I will spend at least 60 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

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

I will spend 30 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.

I will spend 15 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.

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 write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.

I will keep track and reduce my consumption of refined sugars, including sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.