Melanie Jacobs

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 50 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant some in my area.

I will spend 60 minutes learning about my watershed and the particular water issues my region faces.

I will spend 100 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.

I will spend 240 learning about the past and present indigenous communities in my regions and what I can do to be supportive.

I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard, or volunteer in my community: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.

Each day, I will spend 5 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

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

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

I will spend 60 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 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.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

During the workday, I will schedule time for daily rest during work days to practice work-life balance.

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

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