Jessie Poskochil

I will spend 5 minutes learning about the items my organization collects for medical device reprocessing and share this information with colleagues.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about the ways climate change impacts health.

I will spend 5 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.

I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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.

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

I will recycle 3 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 enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will avoid printing 2 pieces of paper by "going digital" and printing double-sided whenever possible.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 20 minute(s) each day.

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

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

I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 3 items.

I will spend at least 5 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 repair an item, such as clothing or an appliance, for myself, a friend, family member, or neighbor.

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.

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

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

I will commit to getting 10 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.