Andrew Kirchner

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

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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 60 minutes learning about greenwashing and how to avoid it.

I will make 1 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)

I will turn my computer monitor(s) off at my work station when not in use to save energy (I will follow my organization's IT instructions for keeping on, turning off, or restarting computers).

I will spend 60 minutes learning about some of the ways my organization makes its operating rooms more sustainable and ways we can improve.

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

I will spend 60 minutes learning about what medical device reprocessing is and how it works, including whether my organization has a program, and if so, which items it collects.

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

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

I will spend 60 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will recycle 10 items at work and/or at home each day, making sure I review recycling program guidelines and only place accepted items that are clean, empty, and dry in the recycling bin.

I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities, and limit my social media use to once per day.

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 recognize 3 colleague(s) for their sustainability efforts on our team feed, in-person, by email, and/or through my organization's recognition platforms.