Isabel Thornberry

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 45 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard or local community garden.

I will watch 2 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

Live in the spirit of Do It In The Dark: turn off the lights, air dry your clothes, or take a shorter shower!

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 spend at least 60 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

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

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided when I have to print documents.