Leah Black

I will repurpose at least (___) item/s per day instead of throwing it in the trash. It's very challenging and cost prohibitive to lead a fully zero-waste, as I increase my zero waste habits there are still items I get that need to be thrown away. Such as pill bottles, plastic food containers (sour cream, yogurt, etc), plastic drink containers, etc... I will find an alternative use for these items instead of throwing them away, such as turning a pill bottle into: an emergency sewing kit, seed storage, survival kit. This will lessen my waste as I try to get less and less of it in the first place.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of trees and plants in my yard.

I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will donate to Native American Rights Fund, which protects tribal natural resources and environmental rights and promotes Native American Human Rights.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water a day or 330 gallons (1,230 L) a month by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about green gentrification and how it relates to city planning for climate action.

I will spend at least 45 minutes learning about the legacy of redlining and how city planning and environmental justice issues are interconnected.

I will replace manual thermostats with smart ones.

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

I will spend 30 minutes researching businesses owned by women, immigrants, and Black, Indigenous, and people of color that I can support when shopping.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the energy generation potential of biomass.

I will calculate the greenhouse gas emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce my negative impact on the environment.

Sometimes protecting nature requires feeling connected to nature. I will invest 45 minutes in exploring and appreciating a natural area in my region, whether a forest, wetland, coastal area, or somewhere else.

I will plant 5 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.

I will start a compost bin where I live.