Keisha Armstrong

Of nearly 44 million U.S. renter households in 2019, more than 45% paid rent equal to 30% or more of their gross household income. I will spend 10 minutes learning about a renters bill of rights and affordable housing.

I will visit ewg.org to learn about and use their Clean 15 and Dirty Dozen produce lists.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.

I will volunteer hour(s) in my community.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about where my energy comes from.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about the climate and natural disaster risks in my area.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will develop a readiness plan for my household in the event of an emergency.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.

I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing or my current investment portfolio to determine if they align with my values.

I will volunteer to tutor in my community at least once this month.

For an upcoming vacation, I will plan a staycation in my region.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about these SDGs.

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.

Throughout the day I will track my purchases and then research the companies making these goods.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about how and where to dispose of medications and chemicals properly.

I will spend 5 minutes each day studying the toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products around my home.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about equitable food access and how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about my watershed and the particular water issues my region faces.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.