Samantha Christensen

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

I will spend 20 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 45 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

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

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

Cutting back on refined sugar can improve energy, mood, and overall health. I will limit my intake of sugary snacks and drinks by reducing refined sugar in meals or snacks each day.

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

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

I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.

I will watch 1 documentaries about systemic racism to learn more about how it affects us and the planet.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service or coordinate ride shares with roommates, classmates, or campus peers to reduce the number of vehicles on the road.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will try to shop at a farmers market or food co-op, if one is accessible, to support local farmers and businesses. By doing so, I may be able to learn more about who produces the food I eat and goods I buy.

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

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

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 spend 20 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will choose thrift stores, clothing swaps, or second-hand options when I shop for clothes.

I will spend 20 minutes learning which plants support local native pollinators and grow some in containers, a campus garden, or at home if space allows.