Delana Braves

I will spend 10 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 15 minutes researching and recycling all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

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

Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.

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

Both system 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 collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about the perils of fast fashion and will buy my clothes at second-hand stores when I shop.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

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