Melissa Cantarow

I will read the Ecochallenge feed each day and comment on posts by people who I don't know, but whose content inspires or interests me.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about some of the ways my organization makes its laboratories more sustainable and ways we can improve.

How can you personally help address climate change? Complete the climate action venn diagram at ayanaelizabeth.com/climatevenn and share your climate action in the feed.

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

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

I will spend 20 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.

I will keep 1 disposable cup(s) and/or bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle, cup, or mug.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about some of the ways my organization makes its operating rooms more sustainable and ways we can improve.

I will recognize 5 colleague(s) for their sustainability efforts on our team feed, in-person, by email, and/or through my organization's recognition platforms.

I will increase my step count by 5000 each day and will take breaks from sitting by briefly getting up and moving once per hour during the day.

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

I will make 1 new healthcare connections at my workplace or beyond to learn from my peers, share best practices, and see if there are opportunities for collaboration.

I will keep 3 forks, spoons, and/or knives from entering the landfill by using reusable utensils when eating at work.

I will use public transit 12 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

Eating meatless meals is one of the most impactful actions individuals can take.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.