Nadelle DeVries

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

Hand washing dishes can use more energy and hot water than running a full dishwasher. To save water, I will scrape instead of rinsing dishes before loading them into the dishwasher, and only run it when it is full.

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

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

I will Practice the "5 Rs" — refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, and recycle — to reduce my waste more than I can with just recycling alone.

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 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 commit to dedicating 120 minutes to exploring my organization's quality improvement resources and examining how quality improvement methodologies can support sustainability projects.

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.

Your voice matters! Help us improve the One Healthcare Ecochallenge by taking our survey, available starting April 23rd.

I will spend 60 minutes learning about greenwashing and how to avoid it.

I will schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 5 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.

I will spend 60 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.

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

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

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 engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 60 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 make 3 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)

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

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

I will avoid sending food waste to the landfill by composting my food scraps.

I will spend 80 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.