Jenna Spencer

I will keep 10 disposable cup(s) and/or bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle, cup, or mug.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.

I will spend 15 minutes learning about the ways climate change impacts health.

I will attend or watch a recording of a webinar 15 minutes long covering one or more healthcare sustainability issues.

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).

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.

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 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 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 purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 10 locally-sourced meals.

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

I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 1 items.

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

I will keep 2 forks, spoons, and/or knives from entering the landfill by using reusable utensils when eating at work.

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