Scott Lusby (104)

I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.

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

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

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 60 minutes researching which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community and recycle only those items.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, neighbors or classmates.

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 10 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

I will disconnect from my email when not at work or school, using my personal time for endeavors that help me live out my values.

I will spend 60 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

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.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will save up to 15 gal (56 L) of water a day or 450 gal (1,680 L) a month by installing a low-flow showerhead.

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

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.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

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 sign up for a car-sharing service or organize car sharing with my neighbors or classmates to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

I will spend at least 60 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.