Ryan Poulsen

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

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

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

I will attend the Local-Global Sustainability Fair at Tyler Haynes Commons.

I will attend the International Dinner at Heilman Dining Hall.

I will conserve water and energy by only doing full loads of laundry in cold water.

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

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

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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

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

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 attend a roundtable hosted by global experts and UR community members.

I will attend the keynote address from Francisco Piyãko and Chief Walt "Red Hawk" Brown.

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

I will use the resource links and spend 45 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

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 conserve water and energy by only doing full loads of laundry in cold water.

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 spend 5 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

I will pick up litter on-campus or in Richmond for ___ minutes.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will avoid sending 3 disposable beverage containers to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or water bottle.