Kristl Klewein

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 10 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 promote a positive environment and uplift others by performing 1 random act(s) of kindness.

Lighting makes up approximately 10% of hospitals' energy use on average. I will save energy by turning off unnecessary lights when not in use and when I am the last one to leave a space.

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

I will recycle 2 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 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 keep 2 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 greenwashing and how to avoid it.

I will prevent water from being wasted by reporting one or more leaky faucets, toilets, or other water leaks to my organization's facilities team for repair.

I will refuse 1 of single-use paper or plastic bags each day by bringing my own reusable bags or carrying purchased goods another way.

I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 3 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors, or purchase items second-hand to reduce resource use.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 15 minute(s) each day.

I will spend 5 minute(s) per day practicing Mindfulness and/or Meditation.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.