Steve Siekmann

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

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.

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

I will spend 20 minutes learning about how and where to dispose of medications and chemicals properly.

I will replace 30 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.

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 use the communication methods I read about to practice effective, compassionate, and nonviolent communication with someone I interact with regularly (i.e., my roommate, parents, co-worker, partner, classmates, or children).

I will spend 10 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

I will read the article "Improving Water Conservation Through an Equity Lens" on WSP Insights.

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

WSP has signed the Structural Engineering Institute 2050 Commitment (SE 2050) to reduce embodied carbon in structural systems. Read WSP's newly published embodied carbon action plan (ECAP).

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning more about the barriers to women and girl's equal participation and representation around the world.

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

I will spend 20 minutes learning about where my energy comes from.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the climate and natural disaster risks in my area.

I will watch this 30 minute free course through the UN Global Compact Academy to learn more about the SDGs and how to take action.

WSP has signed the Structural Engineering Institute 2050 Commitment (SE 2050) to reduce embodied carbon in structural systems. Read WSP's newly published embodied carbon action plan (ECAP).

Do you know what it will take to reach net-zero? Do you know which technologies and innovations are needed to keep warming below 2°C or 1.5°C? Take five minutes to see if your ideas on investments can get us to net zero!

I will spend 20 minutes learning about these SDGs.

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

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

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 spend 20 minutes learning about gender diversity.

I will spend 45 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.