Aaisha Fatima

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.

I will volunteer 10 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will spend at least 10 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

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

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will raise money to support Ecochallenge.org or another nonprofit.

I will spend at least 10 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

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 5 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

I will use the resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

I will spend 30 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 5 conversations.

I will host a watch party to screen a documentary about an issue that matters to me.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

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

I will spend 15 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

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

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.

I will reduce food waste and save money by prepping for 2 meal(s) each day, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.