Marie Goodson

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.

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

I will keep 10 disposable cup(s) and/or bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle, cup, or mug.

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

I will plant 20 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 promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 2 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.

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

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

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

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

I will spend at least 5 minutes learning how to differentiate between sell by, use by, and best by dates.

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

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

I will spend 5 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will volunteer 5 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will work from home 5 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will avoid printing 5 pieces of paper by "going digital" and printing double-sided whenever possible.

I will recognize 1 colleague(s) for their sustainability efforts on our team feed, in-person, by email, and/or through my organization's recognition platforms.