Emma Gladfelter

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 connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

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

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will spend 40 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 meet 2 new neighbor(s) each day.

We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.

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

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

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

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

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

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

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 6 conversations.

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 raise money to support Ecochallenge.org or another nonprofit.

I will spend at least 20 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

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

I will offer to help 3 person(s) who are in need each day.

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

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

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

I will spend 60 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.