Arun Kumar V

I will spend 4 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will spend at least 4 minutes visiting a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 3 minutes researching and recycling all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will make 3 phone call(s) and/or send 4 emails each day to public officials to advocate for a more comprehensive public transportation system in my region.

I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

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.