Ian Pérez

I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those around the world who produce my food in order to make better choices when I shop.

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 eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 90 minute(s) each day.

I will keep track and reduce my consumption of refined sugars, including sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will spend 30 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 get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 120 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will spend 30 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.

I will host a watch party to screen a documentary about an issue that matters to me.

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

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as Powering a Bright Future, with classmate, friends, co-workers, or family.

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

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 find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

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.

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 133 lbs of CO2 a month and 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

I will raise money to support Ecochallenge.org or another nonprofit.