Sumit Jha

Access to affordable, nutritious food is a food justice issue. I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work, on campus and/or in the spaces I frequent.

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

I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those who produce my food in other regions of the world to make better choices when I shop.

I will watch 10 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 keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.

I will cook 4 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

I will research the social or environmental issues in my community that matter to me and tell 5 friends and/or colleagues each day about what I learn.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and deterimine if it is right for me.

I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

I will replace my lawn with a drought-tolerant landscape and save the water, money, and time I used to spend cutting the grass.

I will plant 4 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

I will avoid sending 4 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.