Emily Katzin

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

I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.

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 upgrade the windows in my home to improve energy efficiency and reduce noise.

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

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 20 minutes learning about which items are recyclable both at my workplace and at home since they may be different, and recycle only those items.

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

I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will plant 2 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 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 spend 15 minutes learning about the items my organization collects for medical device reprocessing and share this information with colleagues.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about the ways climate change impacts health.

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

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

I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 4 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.

I will spend at least 15 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 8 items.

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

I will spend 15 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will replace 10 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities, and limit my social media use to once per day.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will purchase used items instead of new items when shopping, if possible.