Brandy Ewell

I will learn about water use in food production and eat less water intensive foods.

I will participate in the composting program on campus or compost my food scraps at home.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

I will take 15 minutes to learn how local indigenous tribes are caring for the land.

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

I will replace 20 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 15 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by keeping my showers under 5 minutes.

I will disconnect from my email when not at school or work.

I will visit the Eco-Corridor for a self-guided tour between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to slow down, destress, and engage in mindfulness stations.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about environmental justice issues in Richmond.

I will offer to help person(s) who are in need each day.