Marcia Booth

I will gather a group of friends, family, neighbors or colleagues to make 1 phone calls to public officials or companies to advocate for planet-friendly policies.

Balloons hurt wildlife and damage the environment. Florida passed a bill that prohibits the intentional release of balloons. This bill will go into effect on July 1, 2024. As a writer, volunteer and environmentalist, I will write about the law and the ill effects of releasing balloons so more people are aware and stop releasing balloons even before that becomes law. I will also speak with event organizers so they replace the release of balloons with blowing soap bubbles instead.

Pouring cooking oil down the drain can cause damage to waterways and ecosystems. I will learn how to properly dispose of cooking oil to help support healthy ecosystems.

I will respect and protect biotic communities by practicing the seven principles of Leave No Trace whenever I am outside.

Each day, I will learn about responsible ways to dispose of items and de-clutter, clean, donate, repurpose or recycle unneeded items in my home to make sure that what I get rid of doesn't go into the landfill.

The impacts of our waste are far reaching. I will create zero waste for an entire day and share my reflections and learnings on the feed.

Trees capture carbon and produce oxygen that is essential to life on earth. I will support this important piece of nature by organizing or joining a community group to plant 1 native trees in my community, public parks, office location, campus or backyard.

I will volunteer 15 hours in my community.