Maritza Santiago

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

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 source 1 meal(s) each day from local producers.

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses on food sustainability - 'Menu for the Future' or 'Hungry for Change', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

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

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 cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

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.

I will spend 1 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

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

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

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