Meggie Devlin

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

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will start a recycling program at my workplace, dorm, or elsewhere on campus.

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 use the resource links provided below and spend 180 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

I will take a walk outside for 20 minutes each day.

What can lack of access to nutritious food affect a community? How can having access to nutritious food help a community become more resilient?

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

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

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

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

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 enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 0 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 30 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

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

I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.