Jessica Martin

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.

I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.

I will cook 1 meals with zero waste each day.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.

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

I will use the communication methods I read about to practice effective, compassionate, and nonviolent communication with someone I interact with regularly (i.e., my roommate, parents, co-worker, partner, classmates, or children).

Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.

One kilogram of beef and cheese emits 71kg and 24kg of greenhouse gasses, while 1kg of rice, grains, and legumes emits between 2-4kg. Fruits, vegetables, and nuts emit less than 1kg per 1kg. I will reduce my climate impact by enjoying 1 meatless meals and/or 1 vegan meals each day this week.