Steele Douglas

I will take a 2-minute hike in nature.

I will offer to help 2 person(s) who are in need each day.

I will propose that my school install rain gardens and/or bioswales instead of directing run-off to sewers.

I will learn more about my own local watershed and where my water comes from and identify any conservation or water quality issues.

I will take a walk each day.

I will join one of the Waterkeeper Alliance's clean water campaigns to combat pollution and preserve clean water sources.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will work to get my school to host a guest speaker on an issue that matters to me.

I will check labels on my shampoo, lotions and/or beauty products. I'll replace products that use known carcinogens such as formaldehyde, cocamide diethanolamine, DMDM hydantoin or benzene.

I will go to an outdoor club or similar group's meeting or event.

I will create or support a sharing economy with friends or on campus.

I will connect with a local nonprofit and find out how I can get involved.

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

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

I will choose organic as often as possible to reduce exposure to pesticides, which are unhealthy for me as well as the planet.

I will assess the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will take regular study breaks to de-stress.

I will start a petition for my school to use more clean/renewable energy.

I will incorporate energy efficiency or clean energy into a project or paper for school.

I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will complete an online energy audit of my dorm room or home and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

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

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op, or join a CSA.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

I will join a student group that is committed to environmental justice. If one doesn't exist, I will begin one.

I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.

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