Shirley Mirous

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 schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 19 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 30 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 help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 2 items.

I will purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 1 locally-sourced meals.

I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 1 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.

I will spend at least 30 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 plant 1 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 30 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.

I will commit to getting 15 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

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

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

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

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

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

I will recognize 2 colleague(s) for their sustainability efforts by thanking them on our team feed, in-person, by email, and/or through my organization's recognition platforms.

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

I will attend or watch a recording of a webinar 30 minutes long covering one or more healthcare sustainability issues.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.