Dakota Brinker

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

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

I will spend 10 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

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

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

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

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will take a walk outside for 45 minutes each day.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home or dorm room.

I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by 60 minute(s)

I will spend 20 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

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

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

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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 spend at least 15 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.