Max Lopez

I will spend at least 30 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

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 replace 10 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.

I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

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

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.