Hélène Kupek

I will spend at least 30 minutes visiting a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about the waste stream.

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

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.

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

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

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

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 spend at least 30 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will spend 60 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will join my neighborhood association or another local group of decision makers.

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.

I will run at least ONE TIME FOR AN ASSOCIATION THAT SUPPORT RESEARCH AGAINST BREAST CANCER