TERESA Ramírez

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will source 3 meal(s) each day from local producers.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

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

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

I will spend at least 30 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

I will host a house party with 4 friends and/or colleagues to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an environmental issue that matters to me.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

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

I will replace inefficient heating and cooling units.