Sue Geniesse

I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

We all know our street address and the name of our county, but do you know your watershed? Get better acquainted with your local geography by going on a watershed fact-finding mission!

I will watch 2 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

Stream at least 1 environmental documentary while at home to learn about current environmental issues. Ideas Streaming on Netflix: Our Planet, Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret, Minimalism, Mission Blue, Chasing Coral.

Save money & resources with these simple low & no cost options for energy around your home.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside that follows CDC guidelines for preventing disease spread.

Explore the benefits, incentives & features of electric & plug-in vehicles with 'Go Electric Oregon'!

​You can do a lot of small, practical things to make a big difference in protecting streams and rivers. Take this pledge from the City of Salem and start taking steps towards improving our water resources!

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators. I will plant a pollinator garden in my backyard or community space to support local native pollinators.