Wendy Callahan

I will spend 30 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will make 2 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)

I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 5 items.

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

I will purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 1 locally-sourced meals.

I will work from home 4 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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 prevent water from being wasted by reporting one or more leaky faucets, toilets, or other water leaks to my organization's facilities team for repair.

I will schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 2 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will save up to 4 gallons (15 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

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

I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

I will only use disinfectants where recommended and required by my organization's Infection Prevention and Control department.

I will promote a positive environment and uplift others by performing 1 random act(s) of kindness.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about the items my organization collects for medical device reprocessing and share this information with colleagues.