Ashley Hunter

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water a day or 270 (1,020 L) gallons of water a month per faucet.

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 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.

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 15 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 practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 5 conversations.

To go to an event I normally wouldn't go to (with or without friends), and enjoy the new activity. This is for getting out of the comfort zone, but also exploring different areas I wouldn't frequent, and meeting people that I normally wouldn't meet.

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

I will spend 20 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home or dorm room.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will spend 120 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

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

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 20 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

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 each day that I do this.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

Both systemic and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.