Anna Stasko

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 create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

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 save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

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 prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.