Nancy martinez

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I will cook 1 meals with zero waste each day.

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

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

I will spend 30 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

I will watch 1 documentaries about equity, gender, health, or peace.

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.

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

I will volunteer 2 hours in my community.

On average, a tree absorbs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of carbon dioxide yearly during the first 20 years. To do my part, I will plant 10 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

This goal will allow us to learn more about sustainability, and also donate trees to the Arbor Day Foundation.

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

I will watch 3 documentaries about climate change.