Aja Cooper

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

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

I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.

I will source 2 meal(s) per day from local producers.

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative in my state.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will spend 10 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

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

I will raise money to support Northwest Earth Institute or another nonprofit.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will tend to a garden each day, or work on starting one.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

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

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

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

I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community.

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

The goal is to educate my peers on impact of the fast fashion industry and help them seek out alternatives. :)