Kathryn Schroeder

Watch at least one documentary about regenerative agriculture (example: Kiss the Ground, or, Common Ground).

I will report at least one leak to my apartment management and have maintenance come out to fix it right away.

I will recognize 1 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 enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 0 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

I will schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 3 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.

I will keep 3 forks, spoons, and/or knives from entering the landfill by using reusable utensils when eating at work.

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

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 purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 4 locally-sourced meals.

I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 15 items.

I will pick up 1 piece(s) of litter each day.

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

I will call or write 2 public officials to advocate for more green spaces around my town, particularly in neighborhoods that currently lack equitable access to green spaces.

I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 2 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.

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 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 volunteer 1 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 5 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 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 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 replace 1 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

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

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

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

Switch to using cloth towels/napkins instead of paper towels, use shampoo and conditioner bars instead of bottled, and bar soap instead of foaming soap.