Daniela Depalo

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

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

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

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

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

I will spend at least minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

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

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