Traci Buescher

I will repair an item, such as clothing or an appliance, for myself, a friend, family member, or neighbor.

I will replace 4 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will take one action to support local wildlife, such as adding a food or water source, creating shelter/habitat, preventing light pollution, eliminating bird strikes, or another action.

No one person can do everything, but we can all do something. Making one person's worth of difference matters! Share an impact you made related to an Ecochallenge action that you are proud of in the feed.

I will reflect on how I am feeling and express myself through writing, art, music, physical activity, or another creative way to enhance well-being

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for every day.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 20 minute(s) each day.

I will make 1 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)

I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will spend 20 minute(s) per day practicing Mindfulness and/or Meditation.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 20 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities, and limit my social media use to once per day.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will increase my step count by 200 each day and will take breaks from sitting by briefly getting up and moving once per hour during the day.

I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard. Check out resources for which tree species are best to plant in your area.

I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 3 locally-sourced meals.

I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 2 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.

I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 10 items.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about greenwashing and how to avoid it.

I pledge to take one action that improves the sustainability of my organization in 2025. It can be an action from this challenge or another action that improves resource stewardship.

I will select a greener option when purchasing supplies, such as products that have environmental certifications, less packaging, or other environmental attributes, or come from local vendors.

I will schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 1 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.

I will donate blood in my community to make sure there are adequate supplies for routine medical services and emergencies.