Recycling, composting, and conserving water and energy are classic ways of being more sustainable. Challenge yourself to reduce, reuse, and recycle. 

See what vegetables grow well in your area! A container garden or community garden allows you to be more sustainable, and you can start small. Even having indoor herbs like mint, basil, or cilantro can increase your sustainability. 

The United States has very few opportunities for public transportation, especially in rural areas. Driving less by walking, biking, carpooling, or advocating for more public transportation in your area are great ways to improve sustainability. 

Social media tends to romanticize overconsumption, fast fashion, and single-use products. Buying used, buying less, and shopping local can reduce your impact and boost your local community. 

Don't be alarmed! We are not asking you to become a vegetarian! However, meat and dairy production is a leading cause of deforestation, pollution, and the climate crisis. Reducing red meat consumption is an individual action step to improve climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 

Food waste affects the environment by increasing gas emissions, air and water pollution, and habitat destruction. Here are some ways to reduce food waste to aid the climate crisis.