Sandra Santiago

I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.

I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

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

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

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

Both systemic and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

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

I will research the social or environmental issues in my community that matter to me and tell 5 friends and/or colleagues each day about what I learn.

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

I will cook 2 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.