Zachary Cuti ECO315

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

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

I will take a 120-minute walk outside each day around my campus, neighborhood, or local green space to connect with nature.

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

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.

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 2 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 7 hours of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.

I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

Access to public transportation is a social justice issue! I will learn about transportation needs in my campus or community and talk to 2 friends or classmates per day about what I learn.

I will walk 2 miles each day instead of driving.

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 120 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottles from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will avoid sending 4 disposable cups to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

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

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 join my student government or another local group of decision makers.

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

I will spend 5 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

Seeing where waste goes can change how we think about what we throw away. I will visit a local facility to learn more about the waste stream in my community and share what I learn with others and in the feed.

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill. I will share a photo and reflection of this action on the feed.

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 5 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 research tool libraries and other sharing economy organizations in my area and rent or borrow instead of buy next time I need something they offer.