caroline pope

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 make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about food deserts and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

I will enjoy 0 meatless meal(s) and/or 2 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will sign up for a local CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture).

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

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will commute by bike 6 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to 3.2 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.