Arun Kumar V

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

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

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

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 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.

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