Vanessa Nelson

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

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

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

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.

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 get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

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

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

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

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

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