Will Shih

I will organize Ecochallenge.org's discussion course A Different Way: Living Simply in a Complex World with my family, friends, co-workers, or classmates.

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

Racial inequity is both a sustainability and justice problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.

I will use public transit 1 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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 begin, or continue, on the journey of forgiving myself and/or other(s). I may do this through journaling, meditation, prayer, and/or talking with a licensed healthcare professional.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 30 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

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

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 advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus to reduce pollution in the environment and in local communities.

I will spend 20 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will spend 10 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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

I will find out what stocks and bonds are in my investment account portfolio to determine if they align with my values (e.g. environmental, social responsibility, community).

I will spend 10 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.

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

I will install a greywater catchment system in my home.

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

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units with energy saving units.

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 organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses on food sustainability, Menu for the Future or Hungry for Change, with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will install an alternative energy system, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.