Alisha Boswell

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 10 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

I will watch 2 documentaries about systemic racism to learn more about how it affects us and the planet.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

I will use the resource links provided and spend 15 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 adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

Organic farming practices are healthier and safer for our planet, animals, and people. I will enjoy 1 meals cooked with organic ingredients per day.

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 spend 15 minutes learning about restorative justice and conflict resolution opportunities in my own community or state.

I will spend at least 15 minutes finding out what local laws, policies, and practices keep people from voting in my community.

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, classmate, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 1 conversations.

I will volunteer 2 hours in my community or campus through clubs, service-learning, campus organizations, or other local events or opportunities.

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

Knowing our carbon footprint is the first step to reducing it. I will calculate my carbon impact and identify lifestyle changes that could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment. I will share my commitments to lowering my impact on the feed.

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.

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

Individual actions are important, but people and organizations working together can make a real impact. I will share a carbon or energy calculator with a friend and invite them to calculate the carbon footprint of their living space.

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 per day.

I will spend 12 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

I will replace 15 incandescent light bulbs with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

Small acts of kindness and gratitude can brighten someone's day and create a positive ripple effect. I will express gratitude to people or perform random acts of kindness to spread joy and connection.

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 13 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

Processed foods can be less nutritious for our bodies and take more energy and water to produce, which can create more waste, pollution, and may offer fewer health benefits. I will enjoy 1 meals per day free of processed foods.

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 9 hours of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.